UK Firms Accelerate New York M&A Hiring: Legal Business Highlights Findings from Macrae+'s Latest Legalscape Report

Macrae’s latest Legalscape: M&A in New York report was recently referenced in Legal Business’s article by Alex Ryan, “Top UK firms ramp up New York M&A hiring with fivefold increase in three years.” The piece explores the strategic expansion of Magic Circle firms in New York, with a notable increase in lateral M&A partner hiring activity since 2021.

According to Macrae’s data, UK firms accounted for 17% of M&A partner hires in New York in 2024, compared to just 4% in 2021. This sharp rise reflects a broader trend of UK-headquartered firms deepening their investment in U.S. corporate and M&A practices.

Read the full article by Alex Ryan for Legal Business here. Please note: A subscription may be required to access the full article.

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