Arnold & Porter Announces New Downtown Office in U.S. Bank Center Building
The Seattle office grows to 19 lawyers, including 11 partners
SEATTLE, September 8, 2025 — Arnold & Porter is pleased to announce that its new Seattle office has moved to the U.S. Bank Center building in the heart of downtown Seattle.
Since opening its Seattle office in July, the firm has expanded its team to nearly 25 attorneys and staff. This includes 11 partners representing multiple practice areas in commercial litigation, employment litigation and advice work, corporate & finance, real estate financing, and agribusiness and regulatory experience. Its investment in the Seattle community is bolstered by a dedicated group of experienced professionals who are native to Seattle. Their deep connections, advocacy, and commitment to the region ensure that the firm’s initiatives effectively address local needs and reflect the community it serves.
Pallavi Mehta Wahi, a well-known community leader who heads the Seattle office and serves as Chair of Western U.S. Strategic Growth, commented: “Our new downtown Seattle office is a reflection of the extraordinary people who make up our team. Their talent and enthusiasm equip us to meet the evolving needs of clients across the Pacific Northwest. Our location not only anchors us in the heart of Seattle’s business community but also creates opportunities for growth, collaboration, and leadership among our lawyers and professionals. Most importantly, it highlights our commitment to investing in Seattle by actively partnering with and supporting the broader community. We are very excited by our growth in just over a month and believe downtown is the location that will best support the office’s future growth.”
Arnold & Porter’s Seattle office is a hub for both litigation and transactional work, serving clients ranging from emerging companies to global corporations. This reflects client demand across key practices, including complex litigation, healthcare, hospital, corporate transactions, employment, class actions, and other transactional matters.
About Arnold & Porter
Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. With over 1,000 lawyers practicing in 16 offices worldwide, we offer deep industry experience and an integrated approach that spans more than 40 practice areas. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and focused industry experience, we provide innovative and effective solutions to mitigate risks, address challenges, and achieve successful outcomes.
