Working in United States | A&O Shearman careers

Getting to know us

The United States plays a significant role in the firm’s global practice, advising clients across key industries, including M&A and private equity, energy natural resources and infrastructure, and debt finance. The market is known for its involvement in complex transactions, high-value disputes, and regulatory advisory, often with a cross-border or multi-jurisdictional dimension.

Shaping success together

Our legal teams here work with a broad range of clients, from multinational organizations to fast-growing businesses, supporting them on matters that are central to their commercial strategy and long-term growth.

If you join one of our business teams, you’ll engage in the day-to-day running of our core functions, as well as work on the continuous evolution and transformation of our operations.

Whichever role you play, expect to collaborate with colleagues and professionals across the business in support of the firm’s strategy.

Key facts

People

Approximately 150 partners, 515 lawyers in total, and more than 1000 business team employees.

Offices

Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Menlo Park (Silicon Valley), New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC.

Clients

Strength in project finance, cross‑border M&A, capital markets and litigation.

Cross-border work

Working with nearly 50 offices across 29 countries.

Well-being

40+ mental health advocates in leadership positions promoting local well-being initiatives.

History

In May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling became A&O Shearman.

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Working environment and benefits

Modern, purpose-designed office space with a mix of collaborative and quiet working areas.
Centrally located offices, well served by public transport.
On-site facilities such as gym/café/wellness spaces.
Technology and infrastructure that support flexible and hybrid working.
Health resources, including family planning benefits.

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Building your career here

Offices across the United States offer you the opportunity to build a career with early responsibility, exposure to complex work and access to a truly global platform. As your career with us progresses, you’ll play an active role in shaping both client outcomes and the future of the firm locally.

We place a strong emphasis on learning, collaboration and long-term development, ensuring individuals can progress while building expertise that is relevant across the global firm.

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Meet our recruiters

“We are committed to providing you with a positive recruitment experience. We will guide you through the interview stages and are here to answer any questions you have about the firm. We look forward to sharing your journey with us.”