Dechert is the law firm that helps business leaders lead. From the railroads of the 19th century to the world’s top asset managers of today, we advise the innovators who move industries forward.
Our nearly 1,000 lawyers, in commercial centers worldwide, are immersed in the key sectors we serve. We consult on first-to-market financial products. Structure precedent-setting deals in private capital and real estate. Propel ventures that drive progress in life sciences and technology. Because all litigation is high stakes and every matter is business-critical, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients, invested and unwavering. For more than 150 years, Dechert has been where leaders need us – at the forefront of the law. Ahead of market shifts and regulatory tides. And wherever business moves next, we’ll be there – partnering with leaders to transcend the expected and achieve the uncommon.
Our lawyers advise asset managers, financial institutions and corporations on issues critical to managing their business and their capital – from high-stakes litigation to complex transactions and regulatory matters. We assist with raising and deploying pools of capital - from fund formation through the entire investment lifecycle to realisation or restructuring, and we offer market-leading expertise in areas such as antitrust, finance and real estate, white collar crime, tax, IP, partnership and employment.
Live opportunities
Bright Network FESTIVAL 2026 (MORNING ENTRY)
Meet Bank of America, Lloyds Banking Group and Coca-Cola at FESTIVAL this September! 🚀 Apply now to attend the UK’s no.1 graduate careers event for free on 11th September. Don’t miss this stellar opportunity to build your employability skills and network with 80+ world-leading employers. See if you're eligible to attend. **This page is for morning entry to FESTIVAL only. This means you’ll be able to register from 9:30 a.m. and access the venue between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. (UK time). Please click here if you prefer afternoon entry.** 🗓️ Date: Friday, 11th September (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) 📍 Location: London, SW1P 3EE (nearest tube station is Westminster) 🤩 What's on: networking, panel talks and sector insight sessions 👋 Employers you'll meet 🤝 Accessibility and inclusivity at FESTIVAL *Sponsorship opportunities with participating employers may be limited for attendees without the permanent right to work in the UK.
London
Bright Network FESTIVAL 2026 (AFTERNOON ENTRY)
Meet Bank of America, Lloyds Banking Group and Coca-Cola at FESTIVAL this September! 🚀 Apply now to attend the UK’s no.1 graduate careers event for free on 11th September. Don’t miss this stellar opportunity to build your employability skills and network with 80+ world-leading employers. See if you're eligible to attend. **This page is for afternoon entry to FESTIVAL only. This means you’ll be able to register from 1 p.m. and access the venue between 1 p.m. and 5p.m. (UK time). Please click here if you prefer morning entry.** 🗓️ Date: Friday, 11th September (1 p.m. - 5 p.m.) 📍 Location: QEII Centre, Broad Sanctuary, SW1P 3EE (nearest tube station is Westminster) 🤩 What's on: networking, panel talks and sector insight sessions 👋 Employers you'll meet 🤝 Accessibility and inclusivity at FESTIVAL *Sponsorship opportunities with participating employers may be limited for attendees without the permanent right to work in the UK.
London