Cross-Border Capabilities
Sidley is a global firm for a complex world. Our track record and landmark successes have earned us recognition as a firm of choice for cross-border transactions, investigations, litigation, and regulatory matters. We harness our resources to match our clients’ needs worldwide. Our global platform comprises a diverse group of professionals, who collaborate across disciplines and borders, to help clients in more than 70 countries manage risk and achieve their business objectives.
We are focused on helping clients face challenges and embrace opportunities wherever their business takes them, seamlessly managing complex, multi-jurisdictional matters through effective coordination and communication with in-house legal and commercial teams, C-suite executives and corporate boards, regulatory authorities, local counsel, and other stakeholders.
With 21 offices strategically situated in key commercial and financial hubs across the United States, Europe, and Asia Pacific, and dedicated practices focused on India, Latin America, and the Middle East, our reach is truly global. Our 2,300 lawyers, fluent in more than 80 languages, possess the cultural awareness and legal acumen needed to bring clarity to a dynamic business landscape.
“Sidley Austin is frequently sought out by international clients for its global sector expertise, with the firm’s focus built around strong relationships with clients… The firm has an impressive ability to handle global transactions, disputes and investigations, enabling it to provide a comprehensive service on sophisticated matters for clients in its key industry groups.”
Chambers Global 2024
Insights
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BlogsNew Guidance on Parallel Import Licensing Applicable to Northern Ireland Under the Windsor FrameworkApril 11, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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PublicationsRegulating the Future: Navigating Ethical and Legal Pathways in Brain-Computer Interface TechnologyApril 4, 2024
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PublicationsSwiss Life Sciences Companies With International Supply Chains Face New ESG Obligations With First Reports Due in 2024April 3, 2024
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PublicationsSidley Global Insurance ReviewMarch 2024
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Sidley UpdatesMarch Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesMarch 29, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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BlogsEU Formally Adopts World’s First AI LawMarch 21, 2024 Data Matters
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BlogsEU’s Overhaul Of Pharma Legislation Amended With Uneasy IP CompromisesMarch 19, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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BlogsChinese Parties to International Licensing Deals Should Consider How Terms TranslateMarch 18, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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Sidley UpdatesUK/EU Investment Management Update (March 2024)March 12, 2024 Investment Funds Update
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BlogsUK and Australian Governments Sign “world-first” Online Safety and Security Memorandum of UnderstandingMarch 6, 2024 Data Matters
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PublicationsSingapore’s Moment Has Come: Its Role as a New Global Biotech HubMarch 6, 2024
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BlogsDeal Outlook for 2024 Includes GLP-1 Investments, APAC M&A, and More SpinoffsFebruary 27, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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Sidley UpdatesNew U.S. Trade Restrictions on Second Anniversary of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: Five Key TakeawaysFebruary 27, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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PublicationsLexology Panoramic: Vertical Agreements 2024February 22, 2024
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BlogsLife Sciences Companies with Operations in EU Could Be Affected by ESG LawFebruary 16, 2024 GoodLifeSci
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Sidley UpdatesJanuary Antitrust and Competition Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesJanuary 31, 2024 Antitrust/Competition Update
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BlogsEU Reaches Political Agreement on Cyber Resilience Act for Digital and Connected ProductsJanuary 22, 2024 Data Matters
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Sidley UpdatesInternational Trade Topics to Watch in 2024January 19, 2024 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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Blogs‘World-First’ Agreement on AI ReachedDecember 7, 2023 Data Matters
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PublicationsThe International Comparative Legal Guide to: Merger Control 2024December 4, 2023
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BlogsInsights from the IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress: Regulatory Convergence on AI and Sidley’s Women in Privacy Networking LunchNovember 30, 2023 Data Matters
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Sidley UpdatesUK Confirms Regulatory Regime for CryptoassetsNovember 29, 2023 Banking and Financial Services Update
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AchievementsSidley Ranked Among Top Global Law Firms for Cross-Border Investigations in 2023 GIR 100November 21, 2023
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BlogsChina’s Generative AI Measures Could Affect Life Sciences Companies That Make AppsNovember 20, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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BlogsNew EU Subsidies Rules Likely to Catch Global Life Sciences CompaniesNovember 10, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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BlogsNew Export Controls on Advanced Computing and Semiconductor Manufacturing: Five Key TakeawaysNovember 1, 2023 Data Matters
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PublicationsTeaching an Old Bond New Tricks: Blockchain-Based Digital Bonds Are Reinvigorating the Global Bond MarketOctober 31, 2023 Law.Com
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Sidley UpdatesOctober Antitrust Bulletin: Top-of-Mind Global Antitrust IssuesOctober 26, 2023 Antitrust/Competition Update
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BlogsEurope’s Regulatory Approach to Continuous Learning AIOctober 16, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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Sidley UpdatesNew Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Petitions Filed on U.S. Imports of Aluminum Extrusions From 15 CountriesOctober 9, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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BlogsThe Finalization of the UK-U.S. Data BridgeOctober 4, 2023 Data Matters
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BlogsNew EU FIDA Proposal: How Does This Affect GDPR?September 26, 2023 Data Matters
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BlogsInnovation, Collaboration, and Access to Capital: Key Takeaways from the Sidley Healthcare Investment ConferenceSeptember 21, 2023 GoodLifeSci
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Sidley UpdatesAntiboycott Enforcement: Why You Should Focus on AntiboycottSeptember 21, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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Sidley UpdatesNew Executive Order on Outbound Investment: What It Covers and What It Will Mean for Your BusinessAugust 14, 2023 Global Arbitration, Trade and Advocacy Update
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PublicationsKey Considerations for Cross-Border M&A in the Mining and Metals IndustryFebruary 16, 2023 Chambers & Partners
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PublicationsThe International Comparative Legal Guide to: Securitisation 20232023 Edition
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Sidley ResourceTrendspotting 2023: On the Pulse of Global Life SciencesJanuary 2023
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Sidley UpdatesAsia Funds & Financial Services NewsletterDecember 2, 2022
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PublicationsThe International Comparative Legal Guide to: Merger Control 20222022 Edition
Recognition
Sidley is widely recognized by clients and peers alike as first-in-class for its cross-border capabilities, garnering top rankings and awards around the world.
Latin Lawyer 250 2025 “Highly Recommended”
The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East and Africa 2024
The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2024
The Legal 500 Greater China 2024
The Legal 500 Latin America 2024
China Business Law Journal Awards 2024
Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards Asia Pacific 2024
Chambers Crisis & Risk Management 2023
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