Top Biglaw Firm Closes Its Fourth China Office, Leaving It Without A Presence In Asia - Above the Law
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Winston & Strawn announced the closure of its Shanghai office, its last remaining presence in China, as it continues a strategic review aimed at better global client service. This decision follows previous office closures in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Taipei, highlighting a troubling trend as nearly 20 U.S. law firms have shut their mainland Chinese offices since the exodus initiated in 2024. Despite the closure, Winston & Strawn remains committed to its clients in the region through other offices and partnerships.
Winston & Strawn, a top U.S. firm, is closing its Shanghai office as part of a strategic review, leaving it without any presence in Asia.
This closure is a significant move, reflecting a trend where nearly 20 U.S. firms have exited mainland China since 2024.
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