Sheppard Mullin Eyes Chicago Growth, Hybrid Work With New Office

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton’s Chicago outpost is getting a new leader and more office space as the law firm looks strike the right balance of hybrid work.

The Los Angeles-founded firm will move into its new home at 321 N. Clark in the River North neighborhood in the Windy City this fall from its current location in the Loop. The firm’s 80-plus lawyers and staff will occupy one-and-a-half floors in its new space overlooking the Chicago River.

Sheppard Mullin’s move comes as many law firms are evaluating their need for physical space and taking advantage of the renter-friendly real ...