The National Law Journal released its annual NLJ 500 rankings, showcasing the largest law firms in the U.S. for 2024. Dentons tops the list, surpassing DLA Piper. Overall, the collective number of attorneys at NLJ 500 firms increased by 5.5% compared to the previous year, with average firm sizes growing from 376 to 396 lawyers. This rise coincides with the legal industry's strong financial performance, as Am Law 100 firms saw a 13% increase in gross revenue. The ranking reflects a competitive landscape where firms strive for growth and prestige.
Congratulations go out to Dentons for employing more lawyers than any other firm. This firm wins the award for putting the "big" in Biglaw - and managed to elbow DLA Piper out of a repeat top title.
As a whole, the total number of attorneys at NLJ 500 firms rose 5.5% in 2024 compared with 2023. The average firm size for the NLJ 500 cohort rose, increasing 5.6% from 376 to 396.
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