Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Akin Gump has, in the span of a single generation, grown to become one of the world's largest firms, with more than 900 lawyers practicing in an array of practices and industries in offices around the globe. This short film is a journey through the history of Akin Gump, featuring stories of those whose hard work, dedication and commitment helped transform the firm into the global presence it is today.

Akin Gump Philadelphia clients include pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, chemical, and medical and diagnostic device companies, accounting and auditing firms, commercial and health insurers, officers and directors, telecommunications and technology companies, and manufacturers. These clients?based in and outside the Philadelphia region?have used Akin Gump as their "go-to" litigation team in areas such as federal and state securities laws, patent and intellectual property, antitrust, accountants' liability, ERISA, RICO, trade secrets, business torts and breach of contract. Our Philadelphia lawyers have handled matters in federal and state courts throughout the nation, including Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, Texas, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland and Delaware. Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business cites clients describing the Akin Gump Philadelphia litigation team as "?close to perfect... creative and strategic in obtaining the best result as efficiently as possible." Our Philadelphia lawyers also give their time and talent to better their local community. Our lawyers serve on local nonprofit boards, represent dozens of local pro bono clients and regularly support charitable events sponsored by local organizations.

Practice Areas	No. of Attorneys
Bankruptcy	35
Corporate	175
Education	1
Energy and Oil & Gas	16
ERISA/Executive Compensation	8
Government and Government Relations	1
Insurance Coverage	1
IP	24
Labor & Employment	17
Litigation	106
Real Estate	10
Tax	32
Trusts and Estates	3