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 approximately 1,200 lawyers across 31 offices in North America, the UK, mainland Europe and the Middle East 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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Partner Justin Kingsolver named to Best LGBTQ+ Lawyers Under 40 list
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BCLP Shortlisted for Legal Advisor of the Year at the 2026 Partnerships Awards
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Wesley Fields Honored with Distinguished Counselor Award
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Jeff Haidet Named to James Magazine’s 2026 Most Influential Georgians list
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Laura Giokas Receives 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award
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BCLP Recognised in Legal 500 Germany
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Jerry Hunter honored in St. Louis Business Journal
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Chambers Global 2026
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Thomson Reuters Recognizes 25 BCLP Lawyers as Stand-outs for Client Service
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.
Leadership Team
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Steven M. Baumer |
Nazir Dewji Global Real Estate Department Leader T: +44 (0) 20 3400 4531 Email Nazir Dewji |
Lee Marshall Global Department Leader – Disputes and Investigations T: +1 415 675 3444 Email Lee Marshall |
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Carol Osborne |
Andrew Auerbach |
Joel Lander |
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Graham Shear |
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Board
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Steven M. Baumer |
Celia Berg T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4192 Email Celia Berg |
Liz Blackwell |
| Heather Boelens T:+1 303 866 0256 Email Heather Boelens |
Julie Catala Marty T:+33 (0) 1 44 17 77 95 Email Julie Catala Marty |
Chris de Pury T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4089 Email Chris de Pury |
| Karen Fries T:+1 314 259 2635 Email Karen Fries |
Keith Klein T:+ +1 310 576 2159 Email Keith Klein |
Benjamin Lee T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4260 Email Benjamin Lee |
| Paul Lopach T:+1 303 866 0207 Email Paul Lopach |
Mimi Moore T:+1 312 602 5090 Email Mimi Moore |
Segun Osuntokun T:+44 (0) 20 3400 4619 Email Segun Osuntokun |
| Amit Parekh T:+1 949 223 7105 Email Amit Parekh |
Marcus Pearl T: +44 (0) 20 3400 4757 Email Marcus Pearl |
Eric Schroeder T:+1 404 572 6894 Email Eric Schroeder |
| Brian Sher T:+1 312 602 5070 Email Brian Sher |
Executive Management
| Trevor Varnes Global Chief Operating Officer T: +1 206 600 6640 Email Trevor Varnes |
Alessandra Almeida Jones Global Chief Marketing Officer T: +44 (0) 20 3400 4477 Email Alessandra Almeida Jones |
Laura R. Giokas |
| Karen Mitchell Global Chief People Officer T: +1 212 541 2221 Email Karen Mitchell |
Dan Surowiec |
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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 Business
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Media Inquiries