A&O Shearman's recent layoffs and closures shocked employees, especially the ending of the Johannesburg office, which was seen as a betrayal of commitment to Africa.
Welcome To Biglaw: Brand New Megafirm A&O Shearman Officially Makes Its Debut
A&O Shearman formed from Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, with 4,000 lawyers and $3.5 billion gross revenue.
Partners Seem Worried About How Biglaw Behemoth A&O Shearman Will Operate
A&O Shearman may face challenges in integrating Shearman partners into the firm
There is concern over how the Shearman culture fits in with A&O's operations in the US