An Unprecedented Collaboration to Improve Diversity & Inclusion In Law
The Move the Needle Fund is a 5-year effort that will apply research-backed methods to drive meaningful change. We’re excited to collaborate with 25+ forward-thinking corporate legal departments, our peer firms, and community leaders to innovate and make progress at Orrick and in our profession.
New Boston Talent in Life Sciences and Tech
We are delighted to welcome Gregg Griner as head of our Boston Corporate practice. Gregg joins our Boston teams focused on Cyber & Privacy and Intellectual Property.
Clock Ticking on Gender Diversity in California’s Boardrooms
A new Orrick study provides a report card on the readiness of the largest public companies in California to comply with a new state law requiring female directors on boards by the end of the year. How are they doing?
We’re #4 on AmLaw’s A-List for the Second Year in a Row
Can the law firm of the future have traditional values? Like making a social impact? Mentoring the next generation? And improving the diversity of our profession? We think so. At Orrick, we’re pursuing a distinctive strategy, while we’re recommitting to the core values of our profession.
Chambers USA Names Orrick 2019 Privacy & Data Security Firm of the Year
We’re honored to be cited for leadership in the area that is top of mind for every business worldwide.
Innovating in Asia
FT names partner Yoshi Takatori one of the 10 most innovative lawyers in the Asia-Pacific Region for his work transforming commercial dispute resolution in Japan. FT also recognizes Orrick among the 20 most innovative firms in the region, and highlights our impact on renewable energy in Japan.
The CCPA is Coming – Are You Ready?
The California Consumer Privacy Act is the most sweeping change yet to the U.S. privacy landscape. Orrick’s CCPA Readiness Assessment tool provides you with a tailored assessment of what your company needs to do to prepare.
We’re #15 on Fortune’s Best Place To Work List
For the fourth year in a row, Fortune selected Orrick among the best workplace cultures for the very best talent.
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The Latest
Orrick Adds Top-Tier International Arbitration Team in Paris: Leading Arbitrator Michael Bühler and Rising Star Nicole Dolenz
| October.02.2019
Orrick announced today that Michael Bühler and Nicole Dolenz have joined our Paris office as partners in our international arbitration and dispute resolution practice.
Jeff Coopersmith Joins Orrick’s White Collar & Securities Litigation Practice
| October.01.2019
Orrick announced today that veteran trial lawyer Jeff Coopersmith has joined us as a partner in our Seattle office.
Orrick Recognized for Talent Innovation at FT’s European Innovation Awards
| September.16.2019
Financial Times recognized Orrick at this year’s European Innovative Lawyers Awards for the firm’s role in creating career paths for women returning to practice and for programs focused on wellness and mental health.
Recorder Recognizes Orrick as California Leader in Tech Law and Innovation, and Honors John Bautista and Lynne Hermle
| September.12.2019
Orrick is named a Tech Litigation Department of the Year and an Emerging Company Law Firm of the Year finalist by The Recorder as part of its California Leaders in Tech Law and Innovation Awards.
Orrick Advises Shopify in $450 Million Acquisition of 6 River Systems
| September.09.2019
Orrick advised Shopify Inc., the leading cloud-based, multi-channel commerce platform, in its proposed acquisition of 6 River Systems. Shopify will acquire all of the company’s outstanding securities in a transaction valued at $450 million, consisting of 60% cash and 40% in shares.
Orrick Hires Rising Star Private Equity Focused Partner Justin Yi in Santa Monica
| September.05.2019
Orrick announced today that private equity M&A partner Justin Yi has joined the firm’s rapidly growing Santa Monica office. His addition follows the arrivals of Bryan Gadol and Matthew Gemello to the firm's California M&A and PE team.
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#3 Global VC Law Firm
– 2018
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