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Simmons and Mayer Brown merger talks: round two

The above comment sounds somewhat spin-like. This is not about geography. There are major differences in revenue and PEP that could translate through into U.S.-focused power and influence. Persuading Chicago that the deal is more than simply one of getting a bigger London office and that nothing else will change will be a major task. For this to work the numbers, the practice areas, client conflicts, the culture, voting structures, partnership compensation and management structures will need to align. Still a very long way to go.

21-Jun-2010

12:49 pm