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Cost-Saving Initiatives - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Cost Saving Initiatives [Line Items]
Expected in reduction of our workforce	10.00%
Restructuring charges	$ 20,740
Additional costs are expected to be incurred in subsequent quarters	95,000
Restructuring remaining obligation	8,184
Payments for restructuring	12,556
Asset Management Segment [Member]
Cost Saving Initiatives [Line Items]
Restructuring charges	11,235
Financial Advisory Segment [Member]
Cost Saving Initiatives [Line Items]
Restructuring charges	8,777
Corporate [Member]
Cost Saving Initiatives [Line Items]
Restructuring charges	$ 728

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