Foley & Lardner LLP

Foley & Lardner LLP

Full-service law firm providing legal services

Overview

Foley & Lardner LLP is a law firm formed by the merger of Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP and Foley & Lardner LLP on April 1, 2018. It provides a full range of legal services to clients across the United States, Mexico, Asia, and Europe, with about 1,100 attorneys in 24 offices. The firm handles corporate, intellectual property, regulatory, compliance, litigation, and other legal matters, serving clients in multiple industries. Its structure unifies the former firms under a single name, expanding geographic reach and capabilities, especially along the Midwest, East and West coasts, Florida, and Texas where Gardere had a strong presence. The firm operates through coordinated teams across offices, offering cross-border and cross-functional legal support to meet client needs. Foley & Lardner’s goal is to provide comprehensive, integrated legal services on a national and international scale, helping clients manage risk, grow business, and resolve disputes efficiently.

About Foley & Lardner LLP

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Why Foley & Lardner LLP is rated
C+
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Legal

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Founded

1909

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • June 2026 brought Harvey firmwide, accelerating drafting, research, and patent workflows.
  • Foley promoted 18 partners on February 1, 2026, signaling internal retention strength.
  • The firm rose to No. 43 on the 2026 Am Law 100 list.

What critics are saying

  • Jinan Chehade's discrimination lawsuit survived dismissal on January 26, 2026, in Chicago.
  • Texas appellate courts revived confidentiality claims against Foley in August 2024, raising fee exposure.
  • Harvey, Copilot, and CoCounsel commoditize routine drafting, squeezing Foley margins by 2027.

What makes Foley & Lardner LLP unique

  • Foley has 55 Chambers USA 2026 practice rankings and 13 Band 1 placements.
  • Its IP department includes 300 professionals, and 19 attorneys earned IAM Patent 1000 recognition.
  • Foley combines Texas corporate depth with California and Chicago hiring in 2026.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%

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