Goodwin Procter LLP

Goodwin Procter LLP is a prominent American multinational law firm founded in 1912 by Harvard classmates Robert Goodwin and Joseph Procter. The firm has grown to become one of the largest in the world, with approximately 1,800 lawyers and over 2,800 employees.

Its operations span 16 offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia, making it a major global player in legal services.

Practice Areas

The firm's practice areas include corporate law, litigation, and real estate. It specializes in complex transactional work and high-stakes litigation.

Goodwin Procter focuses on sectors such as private equity, technology, real estate capital markets, financial services, intellectual property, and products liability.

Business Model and Industry Recognition

Goodwin Procter operates on a "capital-meets-innovation platform", advising innovators and investors in industries like life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology, and financial services.

The firm is consistently recognized in prestigious industry rankings, including Vault's 2025 Law 100, where it holds the 32nd position. It is also ranked as the 2nd Best Law Firm in Boston.

Financial Growth and Client Base

The firm's financial performance reflects its growth, with revenues increasing from $1.33 billion in 2019 to $1.97 billion in 2021.

Its clients include some of the world's most successful and innovative leaders, entrepreneurs, companies, and investors.

Locations

Goodwin Procter has offices in California, specifically in:

• Santa Monica, CA, USA
• San Francisco, CA, USA