Client Intelligent
We build lasting relationships that deliver impact. Clients trust us because we invest in real partnerships and work faster and smarter to provide quality advice that supports success. We understand where they need to go and how they can get there.
Connecting the dots between client goals, market dynamics and the law is what we do best. Our one-firm structure, international reach and culture of collaboration ensures clients can access integrated, specialist advice wherever they need it.
Clients say we are great listeners, solution builders and lateral thinkers. That’s what it means to be Client Intelligent.
- Great listeners. We are law personified – friendly, capable people who inspire confidence and build relationships that last decades. We care about client success and are invested for the long-term.
- Solution builders. We are solutions-focused – providing integrated, specialist advice across the world. We collaborate without ego to reach the best outcome for clients.
- Lateral thinkers. We go beyond the ordinary – connecting the dots between the law, sector and market dynamics and client goals to deliver quality, commercial advice.
History of the firm
Since our establishment 150 years ago we have grown into an international powerhouse with over 1,200 lawyers across 31 offices in North America, the UK, mainland Europe, the Middle East and Asia representing public and private companies, governments, individuals and not-for-profit organizations from a variety of sectors.
Our Core Values
Our Core Values originated from merging the ideals of two strong legacy firms with a robust culture and heritage where great behaviors and habits were fundamental values on which success was built.
Our Core Values strike at the heart of our Firm's identity and the culture we promote. We are continually committed to embedding our Core Values throughout all aspects of our Firm.
- We are one Firm
- We put our clients' long-term interests first
- We use knowledge and innovation to deliver client solutions
- We treat our colleagues as we do our best clients
- We bring diversity and inclusiveness into every aspect of our work and culture
- We make a positive contribution to our communities and society
- We are stewards of our firm and accountable to each other
Code of conduct
At BCLP, our collaborative and supportive culture is one of our most valuable assets. Maintaining this relies on a shared understanding of our values, expectations, and responsibilities as set out in our Code of Conduct. Our Code confirms what's expected for the benefit of our people, our clients, and the communities in which we operate.
Recent Awards & Recognitions
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BCLP awarded Best Talent Management Strategy at HR Excellence Awards 2024
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BCLP awarded Legal Firm of the Year at FIDIC Contract Users’ Awards
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BCLP Recognised in Legal 500 Asia Pacific: Greater China 2025 for a second time
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BCLP receives a second recognition in The Legal 500 Green Guide: UK 2025
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BCLP’s Podium Program Recognized as a Finalist in the American Lawyer Industry Awards
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BCLP Recognized among America’s Best Law Firms for 2025
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Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Joins BCLP’s Litigation & Investigations Practice
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Crain’s NY Business names Kurt Steinhouse as a 2024 40 Under 40 Honoree
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Segun Osuntokun named in UK Black Powerlist for Fifth Consecutive Year
Firm leadership
Following is a list of firm leadership including the Chief Executive Officer, members of our Board and Leadership Team, General Counsel, and other firm contacts.
Chief executive officer
Steven M. Baumer T:+1 314 259 2554 Email Steve Baumer |
Board
Celia Berg T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4192 Email Celia Berg |
Liz Blackwell |
George Chen T:+1 602 364 7367 Email George Chen |
Chris de Pury |
Ilan Freiman |
Karen Fries |
Robert J Hoffman |
Keith Klein |
Benjamin Lee |
Paul Lopach |
Nicholas Myatt |
Segun Osuntokun T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4619 Email Segun Osuntokun |
Brian Sher T:+1 312 602 5070 Email Brian Sher |
Patrick Watson T:+1 404 572 6846 Email Pat Watson |
Ian Weiskopf T:+1 212 541 1180 Email Ian Weiskopf |
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Leadership Team
Steven M. Baumer |
Alessandra Almeida Jones |
Nazir Dewji |
Lee Marshall |
Jason Marty |
Carol Osborne |
Trevor Varnes |
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General Counsel
Justine Cowling |
Laura R. Giokas |
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Other contacts
- Compliance Officer for Legal Practice: Antony Grossman
- Money Laundering Compliance Officer: Antony Grossman
Related Pages
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Inclusion and Diversity enables the firm to succeed
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Pro bono and Community
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Responsible and Sustainable Business
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Our Environment