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Nov. 10, 2025

Michelman & Robinson takes its California mindset to London

The Los Angeles-founded firm that once resisted expansion now spans continents, opening its first international office in London -- a move shaped by global client demand, arbitration trends and a culture built around nurturing talent and creativity.

Michelman & Robinson takes its California mindset to London

Michelman & Robinson LLP launched its first international office last month in London -- a move longtime litigator Sanford L. Michelman admits he never imagined in 1999, when he and co-founder Mark B. Robinson opened their Los Angeles firm.

"Mark wanted to take space with nine offices, and I said, 'No, let's take it with six. I don't want to grow that large," Michelman recalled with a laugh.

Today, home to roughly 100 attorneys, Miche... (continued)

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