Covington & Burling LLP

Covington & Burling LLP stands at the forefront of global legal practice, delivering high-caliber representation grounded in legal excellence, ethical advocacy, and strategic insight. Recognized for solving complex legal, regulatory, and business challenges, the firm crafts personalized legal strategies driven by deep subject-matter expertise and rigorous preparation. Each engagement is guided by a commitment to quality, confidentiality, and advancing client priorities.

Covington & Burling LLP brings together premier litigation, investigations, and corporate capabilities with one of the world’s most respected regulatory and public policy practices. This integrated approach empowers clients across industries to navigate high-stakes transactions, disputes, and enforcement actions with confidence. Strategic representation is reinforced by comprehensive legal insight, informed by decades of experience at the intersection of law and policy.

Covington & Burling LLP is defined by its collaborative culture and expansive global reach. With more than 1,300 lawyers and advisors and over 120 former government officials and diplomats, the firm mobilizes cross-border teams that deliver seamless legal counsel across jurisdictions. Key practice areas include trade controls, antitrust, life sciences, technology, and international public policy, offering clients unparalleled guidance in rapidly evolving regulatory environments.

Covington & Burling LLP consistently delivers successful outcomes, including over $750 billion in M&A deal value, 30+ trial wins, 80+ appellate victories, and 30+ government declinations in recent years. Clients benefit from a trusted partner whose counsel is shaped by a history of courtroom victories, sophisticated deal execution, and strategic regulatory advocacy. The firm’s commitment to justice is further reflected in its contribution of more than 234,000 pro bono hours in 2023.

Covington & Burling LLP is widely recognized for professional excellence and inclusive leadership. Honors include 19 appearances on The American Lawyer’s “A-List,” as well as accolades from Seramount and Mansfield Certification Plus for sustained dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These recognitions underscore a culture where high performance and inclusive values thrive side by side.