Our North America offices demonstrate a winning combination of local experience and international experience that provides clients with the legal insight and practical business advice they need to overcome challenges and achieve their business objectives. As market leaders in cross-border M&A, litigation, employment, intellectual property, tax and international trade, we help clients succeed in an increasingly complex global market.

We also provide local and global advice in the following areas:

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Since 1949, Baker McKenzie has been different in the way we think, work and behave – like no other firm and few other businesses. Our team has a passionately collaborative community and we are committed to world-class career development to everyone in every job at every level in our firm. Baker McKenzie can offer both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm and a distinctive way of thinking, working and behaving – as a passionately global and genuinely collaborative firm.

Our Development Framework shapes the way we recruit, select, develop, manage and promote our people. It offers prospective talent a reliable roadmap to success and details the support we provide to make sure lawyers and professional staff achieve their career goals.

We are committed to recruiting qualified professional staff, lateral associates and partners.

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Insight | Legal Update

The Employer Report: Navigating US and Global Employment Law

Our lawyers provide legal updates and practical insights on the latest Labor and Employment issues affecting US and multinational employers.

Insight | Recorded Webinar

The Employer Rapport: Quick Chats for the US Workplace

In these quick and bite-sized video chats, our lawyers provide quick, practical tips on today's most pressing issues for US employers navigating the new normal.

Insight | Recorded Webinar

In Focus: Quick Chats for the Canadian Workplace

Watch our video chat series where lawyers provide insights and quick, practical tips on today's most pressing issues and legal developments.

Insight | Legal Update

United States: Asset Management Spotlight (December 2025 - January 2026)

Key US regulatory updates for asset managers: CFTC no-action relief, expanded FPI insider reporting, SEC proposals, and capital-formation reforms.

Insight | Legal Update

United States: FCC Exempts DoW-Approved Products from Drone Ban

The FCC has adopted two DoW-approved exceptions to its sweeping ban on foreign-made drones and drone components, giving companies more flexibility.

Insight

2026 Global Data & Cyber Handbook

Our Global Data & Cyber Handbook provides insights across more than 50 jurisdictions, offering a clear view of global data privacy and cybersecurity requirements.

Insight | Handbook

In the Know: Leveraged Finance Annual Report 2026

Discover the impact of 2025 events on the leveraged finance market and read our ten predictions for 2026 in our concise annual report.

Insight | Legal Update

United States: FBARs – Recklessness Equals Willful Conduct, Again

The Second Circuit, like six other US Circuit Courts, held that “reckless” conduct is included within the category of “willful” conduct.

Insight | Legal Update

United States: Navigating the Web of Not-Yet-Final CAMT Guidance

With proposed CAMT regulations expected at the end of the year, our team combs through the web of interim guidance for taxpayers.

Insight | Legal Update

United States: The (R)Evolution of Large Business Compliance Efforts at the IRS

In a recent TaxNotes article, our team addressed the uncertainties and opportunities stemming from changes at LB&I.

Insight | Thought Leadership

What's on the Horizon for Business with India in 2026?

India is set to remain a top global investment destination, driven by a large young workforce, growing consumer market, and supportive policies.

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News | Case Announcement

Baker McKenzie Secures Approximately USD60 Million Award for Arxada in Delaware Court of Chancery Trade Secret and Restrictive Covenant Case

This decision arrives at a pivotal moment for restrictive covenants in the United States.

News | Deal Announcement

Baker McKenzie Advises Thoma Bravo-backed PROS on the Sale of its B2B Business to Conga

The combined company creates a differentiated enterprise platform.

News | Firm News

Baker McKenzie and Valuable 500 launch world's first Global Disability Legislation Index to advance inclusion

Groundbreaking resource empowers employers with critical legal knowledge on disability inclusion.

News | Awards & Recognition

Baker McKenzie Receives Tax Practice Group of the Year Award from Law360

This award underscores the Firm's standing as a trusted advisor for clients navigating an increasingly complex tax landscape.

News | Deal Announcement

Baker McKenzie Advises Capital One on its USD 5.15 Billion Acquisition of Brex

The transaction marks a significant step in Capital One’s strategy to expand its capabilities in business payments and AI native financial technologies.

News | Press Coverage

Baker McKenzie Lawyers Publish Analysis In Law360 on US SEC’s IPO Revitalization Plan

Baker McKenzie partners Mark Mandel, Steven Sandretto, Jerome Tomas, Peter Chan, and Michael Pilo authored a Law360 article examining the US Securities & Exchange Commission’s proposed ...

News | Firm News

Six Baker McKenzie Articles Nominated for 2026 Antitrust Writing Awards

The Antitrust Writing Awards recognize outstanding contributions to antitrust scholarship and competition advocacy.

News | Insight

Geopolitics and Trade Policy Expected to Shape the Disputes Landscape in 2026, According to Baker McKenzie Survey

In addition, cybersecurity and tax are the top disputes and investigations risks organizations anticipate in the coming year.

News | Deal Announcement

Baker McKenzie Advises Calera Capital in Acquisition of ReVamp Companies

The transaction represents Calera’s sixth investment from Fund VI.

News | Press Coverage

Summer Austin Discusses 2026 Transfer Pricing Landscape with Tax Notes

Summer shares how recent court decisions, IRS challenges, and global enforcement trends are creating unprecedented uncertainty in transfer pricing.

News | Firm News

Baker McKenzie Partner Ashley Eickhof Speaks with The Deal on Food Supply Chain Executive Order in the US

Baker McKenzie Partner Ashley Eickhof was quoted in The Deal.

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Events | Upcoming Webinar

California Employer Update

This high-impact session will cover the most pressing workplace trends, risks, and regulatory changes ahead for California employers.

Events

Doing Business Globally

The Doing Business Globally program will discuss the most pressing legal and operational challenges facing global companies.

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We have dedicated North America directors of pro bono and community service and diversity and inclusion who coordinate our efforts to deliver first-class legal services to the underserved and foster an inclusive environment where all individuals can succeed professionally. Working from within Canada and the US, our North America professionals participate in a variety of CSR initiatives, including:

Teaming with in-house counsel at Accenture to advise low-income seniors on powers of attorney and living wills (Chicago office)

Helping the Public International Law & Policy Group provide legal and policy advice on ways to combat maritime piracy (Toronto, Miami and New York offices)

Teaming with in-house counsel at Estée Lauder to write an amicus brief on behalf of 11 national children’s law organizations that helped strike down Florida’s ban on gay adoption. (Miami, New York, Houston and Chicago offices)

Developing the North America Women’s Initiative to create policies and programs that help women lawyers advance to leadership roles within the Firm (All NA offices)

Supporting A Call to Action Canada, an organization focused on fostering greater diversity within the legal profession (Toronto office)

At Baker McKenzie, we believe that the connections forged and experiences shared during your time at the Firm are invaluable and that the benefits that they offer are enduring. Through exclusive events, networking opportunities, thought leadership and firm updates, the North America Alumni Network provides opportunities to keep those bonds tight and offers access to a dynamic community made up of your former colleagues and peers. Network members say that this is the place to nurture personal friendships and build new professional connections.

Join our Alumni Network by registering at the link below and be sure to reconnect with old friends and fellow Baker McKenzie alums on LinkedIn.

If you have any questions, suggestions for content in our Alumni Newsletter, or would like to update your contact information, send us an email.