Reed Smith Merger will Create World's 20th Largest Law Firm

The Pittsburgh Business Times is reporting that the Pittsburgh-based law firm Reed Smith, LLP is merging with London-based Richards Butler, creating the world's 20th largest law firm. The merged firm will have offices throughot the United States, Europe and Asia.
According to the Business Times, Reed Smith currently has 18 offices, and close to 1,100 lawyers. The firm ranks as Pittsburgh's 10th largest company.
In a previous post I wrote about the advantages of Pittsburgh companies expanding their global presence. This is yet another opportunity for Pittsburgh to shine as a global leader.

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