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Dentons

Multiple·19 offices

Firm Overview

Dentons is the largest law firm in the world by lawyer headcount, with over 200 offices in 80+ countries. The firm's scale is genuinely global and its polycentric model means individual office cultures vary significantly — some offices are among the most respected in their local markets.

Associate Experience

Associate experience at Dentons varies significantly by office and practice group. The best Dentons offices offer genuinely competitive work and compensation, while the firm's scale means opportunities across markets and practices.

Lateral Recruiting Context

Dentons is an active lateral recruiter across virtually every major market and practice area. The firm's scale creates opportunities for laterals who want access to a global platform or who want to practice in markets where other large firms have a lighter presence.

Exploring Opportunities at Dentons?

VortexLegal has relationships at Dentons and can give you a candid read on whether your background is a strong fit — and what the lateral process typically looks like.

Rankings

Vault Law 100#62
AmLaw 100#3
TierAmLaw 200

Firm Size

Total Lawyers4,982
Associates2,142
Partners2,197
Counsel620
Assoc : Partner1.0 : 1

*as of May 2026

Practice Strengths

M&AFinanceLitigationReal EstateRegulatoryGovernment Affairs

Key Markets

New YorkWashington DCChicagoLos AngelesSan FranciscoAtlantaDallasKansas CitySt. LouisMinneapolis+9 more