Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord have tied the knot, creating a legal juggernaut with over 1,600 attorneys and a sprawling network of 33 offices across the U.S. and Europe as 2025’s first major law firm development. The newly minted Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is set to become a major presence in 10 of the largest U.S. legal markets.
Tom Cole, (pictured above with Amie Colby) the Chair of Troutman Pepper Locke, didn’t mince words about the merger’s significance.
“This merger is a strategic leap forward, allowing us to offer an even broader and deeper suite of services to help clients solve complex legal challenges”.
Cole emphasized that the increased scale will bolster the firm’s ability to handle matters across an expanded geographic footprint while doubling down on client service, efficiency, and innovation.
The merger positions Troutman Pepper Locke as a full-service firm, ready to tackle key industries ranging from health care and financial services to insurance, intellectual property and real estate.
Leadership Dream Team
The new firm will be steered by a seasoned leadership team.
David Taylor, joint vice chair of the firm expressed enthusiasm about the merger, highlighting the firms’ shared focus on the middle market and their commitment to high performance, collaboration, and excellence.
Culture Remains King
Amie Colby, the Managing Partner, stressed that while the merger opens up endless possibilities, the focus remains squarely on clients and people. “We will continue to prioritise and foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and transparency, ensuring that we become more resourceful, supportive, and valuable to our clients and each other,” she affirmed.
