The Lawyer Examines Gibson Dunn’s Rapid Expansion Under Leadership of Barbara Becker

Client Alert  |  January 13, 2026

The Lawyer

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“The growth has taken off like a rocket ship.”

In its in-depth feature on Gibson Dunn, The Lawyer [PDF] examines the firm’s rapid expansion under the leadership of Chair and Managing Partner Barbara Becker.

Featuring interviews with Barbara, London partners Federico Fruhbeck, Simon Tysoe, and Rob Carr, and Dubai partner Marwan Elaraby, the article offers a behind-the-scenes look at what’s driving Gibson Dunn’s momentum in London, the Middle East, and globally — and how targeted investment, connectivity across offices, and a balanced disputes and transactions platform are shaping the firm’s future as it goes from strength to strength.

From record-breaking financial performance to a deliberate, people-driven approach to collaboration, the piece provides rare insight into how strategy, culture, and leadership intersect to fuel sustained growth.