Pinsent Masons and McGrigors merger confirmed‎

UK law firms Pinsent Masons and McGrigors have agreed to merge following a partner vote, the companies said.

The combined firm, which will operate worldwide under the name and brand of Pinsent Masons, will employ over 2500 people in total including over 1500 lawyers, 500 of whom will be based in Pinsent Masons' international headquarters in the City of London.

The firm will have a significant presence in each of the UK's three legal jurisdictions. Its international profile, which already encompasses four offices in Asia Pacific, will include two offices in the Gulf (Dubai and Qatar). Two more offices in France and Germany are expected to launch during 2012.

Richard Masters, managing partner of McGrigors, says:
„This deal is great news for clients of both firms and we are delighted to be merging with Pinsent Masons. The merger is the result of a strong cultural and operational fit, with clients from both firms being major UK and international players. We believe that the new firm will provide a solid platform for growth, allowing us to become a clear market-leader in strategically key sectors.“