Linklaters Homes in on London Tower for New Global Headquarters

Linklaters LLP, the corporate law firm, is in discussions to lease a new office tower bordering London’s financial district as its global headquarters, according to people with knowledge of the negotiations.

The firm is seeking to rent about three-quarters of the planned development at 20 Ropemaker Street on the edge of the City of London, the people said, asking not to be identified as the talks are ongoing. The potential deal comes several years ahead of Linklaters’ lease expiry in nearby Silk Street and underlines the scramble for space among large firms seeking new premises.

A spokeswoman for Linklaters ...