Sidley Austin announced a record round of partner promotions for 2022.

A total of 44 lawyers have been elected partner, the majority of which are based across the firm's U.S. offices, including nine at its Chicago headquarters. The total marks an increase from last year's 42. In 2020 it promoted 28.

The highest number of promotions was concentrated at the firm's New York base, where 12 lawyers, from across a range of practices including investment funds, litigation and restructuring were elevated. Washington, D.C., and Texas offices also saw a number of new partners.