From its beginnings as a local Chicago practice, this firm has grown into one of world's largest firms, with more than 3,900 attorneys practicing in 69 offices in 39 countries. In part because of its large offices in the key financial centers of New York, London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, the firm is known for its work in the core practice areas of securities/capital markets, corporate/M&A, and tax. The firm is in the top four highest-grossing law firms in the world. The firm prides itself on its cross-cultural capacity and diversity, and its attorneys speak more than 70 languages, including all those used by the United Nations. With this kind of global reach, it isn't surprising that the firm has many international clients and offers what Lateral Link Members describe as "lots of international exposure and training" as well as "stimulating" and "sophisticated" work.