Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an international law firm founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1912. The firm operates with a client-centric approach, aiming to provide legal solutions that help clients achieve their goals while upholding core values of integrity, excellence, and respect. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Dorsey & Whitney has expanded its global footprint with offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, serving clients worldwide.

The firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services, including corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, mergers and acquisitions, finance and restructuring, public finance, real estate, tax, and trusts and estates. Dorsey & Whitney serves a diverse clientele, from Fortune 500 companies and major corporates to entrepreneurial startups, private investment funds, individuals, non-profits, and government entities. The firm focuses on key industry sectors such as banking & financial institutions, development & infrastructure, energy & natural resources, food, beverage & agribusiness, healthcare & life sciences, and technology.

As of 2025, Peter Nelson serves as the managing partner, leading a team of approximately 700 attorneys. Dorsey & Whitney maintains a strong market position, consistently ranking among the top law firms for M&A transactions, including being in the Top 25 for over 25 consecutive years and the Top 10 since 1994. The firm is particularly recognized for its expertise in middle-market M&A and cross-border transactions, especially those involving Canadian and Chinese interests. In recent news, Dorsey & Whitney opened its 22nd office in Chicago in November 2025, expanding its family office and litigation teams, and has seen significant growth in its Phoenix office since its opening in 2022. The firm also demonstrates a strong commitment to pro bono work, exceeding the American Bar Association's Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since 1993.