Cadwalader has been the subject of much merger speculation in recent weeks, with Atlanta-based Alston & Bird one firm hotly tipped as a potential partner.
While Cadwalader has stressed that it has been ‘approached by many top-tier firms for years’, while also noting its ‘very strong financial position’, an analysis of the data – from financials and headcount to Legal 500 rankings and client satisfaction scores – highlights the strengths, weaknesses and compatibility of both firms.










