Firm Facts

McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP (MLA) has combined with Luce Forward, Hamilton & Scripps LLP (Luce Forward). The combination of legal and public policy capabilities creates a firm that ranks among the top 70 largest law firms in the U.S.; and in California, MLA is now expected to rank among the 20 largest law firms, and the firm’s real estate practice, which is one of the oldest and most recognized in the state, will rank among the top three largest practices on the West Coast.

Our wide network of talented, multidisciplinary attorneys and advisors, combined with depth of resources and the ability to leverage economies of scale, enables us to create innovative opportunities and to deliver collaborative solutions for our clients.  Driven to achieving our clients’ success, MLA builds true partnerships by developing thorough understandings of our clients’ industries, their legal issues and business objectives. Our personalized and holistic approach reflects our full commitment to, and investment in, our clients as we work together, strategically and tactically, to realize their goals.

Advisories

With more than 250 advisories distributed in 2011, McKenna Long & Aldridge attorneys and professionals regularly author and issue timely informational alerts to our clients and contacts regarding legal and legislative issues. These alerts span areas such as complex litigation, environment and energy, climate change, finance, government contracts, health care, intellectual property, public policy and regulatory affairs and real estate.

Recent MLA Advisories include:

• H-1B Filing Season Begins April 1, 2012 - March 5, 2012
• Final Rule Will Require Increased Competition Under Multiple Award Contracts - March 5, 2012 

Blogs

McKenna Long & Aldridge is pleased to provide current news and information on various legal and legislative issues through its blogs.  These blogs are written and maintained by attorneys and advisors at the firm who are experienced in a host of areas and can provide their insight on relevant issues and trends, and the resulting impact on business, government and law.

MLA Sponsored Blogs include:

• Climate Change Insights
• Government Contracts Advisor
• Labor Relations Today
• Pay to Play Law
• Politics, Law and Policy

Sign-up for Advisories

With more than 250 advisories distributed in 2011, McKenna Long & Aldridge attorneys and professionals regularly author and issue timely informational alerts to our clients and contacts regarding legal and legislative issues. These alerts span areas such as complex litigation, environment and energy, climate change, finance, government contracts, health care, intellectual property, public policy and regulatory affairs and real estate. Our goal is to keep readers apprised of the latest developments that can potentially impact their businesses and bottom line.

Sign-up for Events

McKenna Long & Aldridge professionals serve regularly as panelists, keynote speakers and moderators at legal and other industry-specific events. In addition, the firm frequently hosts seminars, conferences, and CLE programs, including our signature government contracts briefings and road shows.  If you would like to receive invitations to our events, please click on the link below and submit your contact information and indicate your area(s) of interest.

Our Pro Bono Work

McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP (MLA) is deeply committed to providing pro bono legal services. We recognize that, as attorneys, we have a duty to help ensure that all people in our communities have equal access to our justice system regardless of their ability to pay for legal services. We believe that pro bono work and other community service are a key part of the professional responsibility of attorneys. We are proud of our long-standing tradition of using our legal talents and unique advocacy skills to serve the public interest.

The MLA Pro Bono Committee awarded medallions to more than 80 lawyers and paralegals firmwide who performed at least 50 hours of pro bono service in 2010.

Community Service at MLA

McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP (MLA) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the people who live in the communities in which we have offices. Through pro bono legal services, community service efforts, and the MLA Foundation, the firm supports both individuals and organizations by means of generous charitable donations and untold hours of volunteer activities.As attorneys, we recognize that we have a duty to help ensure each person has equal access to the justice system regardless of his or her ability to afford representation. From coast to coast, we give people a chance to improve their lives by rendering free legal services, often in partnership with local service providers such as the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia, the Children’s Law Center and the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program.