Sheppard Mullin LLP

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Firm Summary

Since its formation in 1927, the full-service firm of Sheppard Mullin has expanded to employ nearly 900 attorneys in 15 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia. As the firm has grown, it has increasingly focusing on regional specialization, with dedicated groups in various offices focusing on nuanced matters like tech, entertainment, healthcare, or government contracts. The firm offers a wide range of practice areas on both the corporate and litigation sides of the spectrum, with widely recognized expertise in handling high-profile litigation, complex financial transactions, and cutting-edge technology matters. The firm's vast array of services is rounded out by specialties in everything from tax and real estate to IP and climate change.

Firm Stats

Firm Name
Sheppard Mullin LLP
U.S. Lawyer Headcount
880
Headcount Change Since 2016
Overall +148 Partner +102
Salary Scale
Market
Bonus Category
Full Match
Hours Required
1,800 - 2,000
Mandatory Arbitration?
No
Average Lawyer Tenure at Firm (Years)
6.3
Revenue Per Lawyer Change Over Five Years
17%
Women Partners (as Percentage of U.S. Lawyer Headcount)
10%
Women Partners (As a Percentage of U.S. Partnership)
25%
Promotion Rate
4%
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Firm Policies

Work/Life Balance
  • 12 weeks maternity leave
Benefits and Perks
  • Bar review course direct-billed to firm
  • Stipend to cover bar exam fees
  • $8K bar stipend
  • Direct billing with preferred movers; cost of airfare
  • Full payback required if associate leaves within 12 months

Above the Law Coverage

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