British firm DWF is set to form an exclusive association with Los Angeles-based Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman, continuing the U.K. outfit’s run of international expansion ahead of a planned initial public offering expected to take place early next year.

Having generated $81 million in gross revenue during its most recent financial year, Los Angeles-based Wood Smith brings 248 lawyers—56 of them partners—and 22 U.S. offices to DWF’s international network.