A&O Shearman
Global law firm. Local expertise.
About
A&O Shearman is a Magic Circle-adjacent global law firm created by the 2023 merger of Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling. The Hong Kong office sits in Exchange Square, Central, and handles capital markets, M&A, finance, and disputes work across Asia Pacific. Their Global Employment & Compensation practice advises multinationals on cross-border HR and executive remuneration. The firm has over 3,800 lawyers across 40+ offices worldwide.
What Clients Say
5 reviews averaging 5 stars, but mostly event attendees and building visitors rather than legal clients — not representative of service quality.
Why Choose Them
- ✓ 40+ offices in global network covering all major financial centres
- ✓ Full-service employment and compensation practice for multinationals
- ✓ Formed from two elite legacy firms with combined 200+ years of history
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FAQ
What is A&O Shearman?
A global law firm formed in 2023 from the merger of Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling.
Does A&O Shearman handle employment law?
Yes, the Global Employment & Compensation practice advises on executive remuneration, cross-border employment, and HR compliance.
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