Perkins Coie is an international law firm founded in 1912 when two partners formalized their agreement with a handshake during a walk in Seattle. The firm has evolved from its origins as a local Seattle practice into what is characterized as the largest law firm headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, with offices across the United States and Asia. Over more than a century of operation, the firm has maintained its founding principles while expanding its geographic footprint and client base.
The firm provides legal counsel and strategic legal services with particular strength in the technology sector. Perkins Coie has served as advisor to notable clients including Microsoft and positions itself as trusted counsel to innovative companies and industry leaders globally. Its practice encompasses legal services, legal counsel for the technology sector, and international legal services, reflecting the breadth of its international operations.
The firm's operational approach emphasizes what it describes as high-value strategic solutions and extraordinary client service, maintaining a dedication to legal excellence that has defined its reputation since its establishment. This focus on client service and strategic legal counsel has supported its growth from a regional practice into a global legal presence serving companies across multiple jurisdictions in North America and Asia.