Firm Overview
McGuireWoods is the leading law firm in Virginia and one of the most significant firms across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, with a particularly strong healthcare and litigation practice. The firm's Richmond headquarters and its regional depth give it market leadership across multiple Southeast markets.
Associate Experience
Associates at McGuireWoods gain substantive experience in a firm that occupies a market-leading position in its home markets. The culture is professional and the Southeast orientation provides strong work-life balance relative to coastal BigLaw.
Lateral Recruiting Context
McGuireWoods actively recruits across its Southeast and national markets in healthcare, litigation, and corporate. For laterals interested in Virginia, the Carolinas, or the broader Southeast, the firm is consistently a leading destination.
Rankings
Firm Size
*as of May 2026
Chambers USA Band 1
- Healthcare
