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Foley Hoag LLP

Boston, MA·3 offices

Firm Overview

Foley Hoag is a distinguished Boston-based firm with exceptional strength in international arbitration, life sciences, and litigation. The firm's international arbitration practice is among the most respected globally, and its life sciences and technology practices serve significant clients in those sectors.

Associate Experience

Associates at Foley Hoag gain access to sophisticated work in a firm that balances quality with genuine sustainability. The Boston culture is collegial, the international arbitration practice is genuinely world-class, and the life sciences practice provides interesting and consequential work.

Lateral Recruiting Context

Foley Hoag recruits in international arbitration, life sciences, litigation, and technology. For laterals with international arbitration or life sciences experience, the firm's platform is uniquely distinguished.

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Rankings

Vault Law 100#90
TierLocal/Regional

Firm Size

Total Lawyers310
Associates127
Partners158
Counsel18
Assoc : Partner0.8 : 1

*as of May 2026

Chambers USA Band 1

  • International Arbitration

Practice Strengths

LitigationLife SciencesTechnologyInternational ArbitrationEnvironmental

Key Markets

BostonWashington DCParis