Yet Another Top Biglaw Firm Shutters An Office In China - Above the Law
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Seyfarth Shaw has announced the closure of its Shanghai office in 2025, marking a significant trend of U.S.-based law firms exiting mainland China. This decision aligns with the firm's strategic review to enhance global client service, retaining only its Hong Kong office. The closure signifies the ongoing shift, as it becomes the 20th U.S. law firm to close an office in mainland China since a wave of exits began in 2024, indicating a re-evaluation of operational strategies in response to changing market conditions.
Seyfarth Shaw is closing its Shanghai office as part of their strategic review, retaining only their Hong Kong office to support clients in Mainland China.
This closure marks the 20th U.S.-based firm to exit mainland China since the trend began in 2024, highlighting significant shifts in global law firm operations.
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