Cross-Border Capabilities
Sidley is a global firm for a complex world. Our track record and landmark successes have earned us recognition as a firm of choice for cross-border transactions, investigations, litigation, and regulatory matters. We harness our resources to match our clients’ needs worldwide. Our global platform comprises a diverse group of professionals, who collaborate across disciplines and borders, to help clients in more than 70 countries manage risk and achieve their business objectives.
We are focused on helping clients face challenges and embrace opportunities wherever their business takes them, seamlessly managing complex, multi-jurisdictional matters through effective coordination and communication with in-house legal and commercial teams, C-suite executives and corporate boards, regulatory authorities, local counsel, and other stakeholders.
With 21 offices strategically situated in key commercial and financial hubs across the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific, and dedicated practices focused on India, Latin America, and the Middle East, our reach is truly global. Our 2,300 lawyers, fluent in more than 80 languages, possess the cultural awareness and legal acumen needed to bring clarity to a dynamic business landscape.
“Sidley Austin is frequently sought out by international clients for its global sector expertise, with the firm’s focus built around strong relationships with clients… The firm has an impressive ability to handle global transactions, disputes and investigations, enabling it to provide a comprehensive service on sophisticated matters for clients in its key industry groups.”
Chambers Global 2024
Insights
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盛德动态Red Card for Competition Breaches in Labour Markets GloballyNovember 7, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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盛德动态UK/EU Investment Management Update (November 2024)November 5, 2024 Investment Funds Update
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盛德动态Why Activist Investors are Rooting for Donald Trump to WinNovember 1, 2024 Shareholder Activism Update
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盛德动态October Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesOctober 29, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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盛德动态Opportunities for Asset Managers Looking to Set up in the United Arab EmiratesSeptember 30, 2024
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盛德动态September Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesSeptember 30, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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盛德动态U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Proposed Rule on ICTS Supply Chain for Connected VehiclesSeptember 26, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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盛德动态August Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesAugust 30, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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盛德动态Regulators to Facilitate European Economic Area (EEA) Insurers Redomiciling Within the EEAAugust 19, 2024 Insurance Update
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盛德动态Asia-Pacific Regulations Keep Pace With Rapid Evolution of Artificial Intelligence TechnologyAugust 16, 2024
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盛德动态Corporate Climate Disclosures: Regulation Across JurisdictionsJuly 17, 2024
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盛德动态June Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesJune 27, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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盛德动态Asia Funds and Financial Services NewsletterJune 20, 2024
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盛德动态U.S. Trade Representative Proposes to Increase Section 301 Duties on China-Origin ProductsMay 31, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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盛德动态May Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesMay 31, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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博客New Guidance on Parallel Import Licensing Applicable to Northern Ireland Under the Windsor FrameworkApril 11, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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出版专著Regulating the Future: Navigating Ethical and Legal Pathways in Brain-Computer Interface TechnologyApril 4, 2024
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出版专著Swiss Life Sciences Companies With International Supply Chains Face New ESG Obligations With First Reports Due in 2024April 3, 2024
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出版专著Sidley Global Insurance ReviewMarch 2024
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盛德动态March Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesMarch 29, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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博客EU Formally Adopts World’s First AI LawMarch 21, 2024 Data Matters
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博客EU’s Overhaul Of Pharma Legislation Amended With Uneasy IP CompromisesMarch 19, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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博客Chinese Parties to International Licensing Deals Should Consider How Terms TranslateMarch 18, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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盛德动态UK/EU Investment Management Update (March 2024)March 12, 2024 Investment Funds Update
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博客UK and Australian Governments Sign “world-first” Online Safety and Security Memorandum of UnderstandingMarch 6, 2024 Data Matters
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出版专著Singapore’s Moment Has Come: Its Role as a New Global Biotech HubMarch 6, 2024
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博客Deal Outlook for 2024 Includes GLP-1 Investments, APAC M&A, and More SpinoffsFebruary 27, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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盛德动态New U.S. Trade Restrictions on Second Anniversary of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Five Key TakeawaysFebruary 27, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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出版专著Lexology Panoramic: Vertical Agreements 2024February 22, 2024
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博客Life Sciences Companies with Operations in EU Could Be Affected by ESG LawFebruary 16, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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盛德动态January Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesJanuary 31, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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博客EU Reaches Political Agreement on Cyber Resilience Act for Digital and Connected ProductsJanuary 22, 2024 Data Matters
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盛德动态International Trade Topics to Watch in 2024January 19, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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博客‘World-First’ Agreement on AI ReachedDecember 7, 2023 Data Matters
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出版专著The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Merger Control 2024December 4, 2023
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博客Insights from the IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress: Regulatory Convergence on AI and Sidley’s Women in Privacy Networking LunchNovember 30, 2023 Data Matters
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盛德动态UK Confirms Regulatory Regime for CryptoassetsNovember 29, 2023 Banking and Financial Services Update
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成就Sidley Ranked Among Top Global Law Firms for Cross-Border Investigations in 2023 GIR 100November 21, 2023
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博客China’s Generative AI Measures Could Affect Life Sciences Companies That Make AppsNovember 20, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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博客New EU Subsidies Rules Likely to Catch Global Life Sciences CompaniesNovember 10, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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博客New Export Controls on Advanced Computing and Semiconductor Manufacturing: Five Key TakeawaysNovember 1, 2023 Data Matters
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出版专著Teaching an Old Bond New Tricks: Blockchain-Based Digital Bonds Are Reinvigorating the Global Bond MarketOctober 31, 2023 Law.Com
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盛德动态October Antitrust Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesOctober 26, 2023 Antitrust/Competition Update
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博客Europe’s Regulatory Approach to Continuous Learning AIOctober 16, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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盛德动态New Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Petitions Filed on U.S. Imports of Aluminum Extrusions From 15 CountriesOctober 9, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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博客The Finalization of the UK-U.S. Data BridgeOctober 4, 2023 Data Matters
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博客New EU FIDA Proposal: How Does This Affect GDPR?September 26, 2023 Data Matters
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博客Innovation, Collaboration, and Access to Capital: Key Takeaways from the Sidley Healthcare Investment ConferenceSeptember 21, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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盛德动态Antiboycott Enforcement: Why You Should Focus on AntiboycottSeptember 21, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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盛德动态New Executive Order on Outbound Investment: What It Covers and What It Will Mean for Your BusinessAugust 14, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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出版专著Key Considerations for Cross-Border M&A in the Mining and Metals IndustryFebruary 16, 2023 Chambers & Partners
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出版专著The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Securitisation 20232023 Edition
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盛德动态Asia Funds & Financial Services NewsletterDecember 2, 2022
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出版专著The International Comparative Legal Guide to: Merger Control 20222022 Edition
Recognition
Sidley is widely recognized by clients and peers alike as first-in-class for its cross-border capabilities, garnering top rankings and awards around the world.
Legal 500 Asia Pacific Greater China 2025
Latin Lawyer 250 2025 “Highly Recommended”
The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East and Africa 2024
The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024
The Legal 500 Greater China 2024
The Legal 500 Latin America 2024
China Business Law Journal Awards 2024
Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards Asia Pacific 2024