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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou


A&O Shearman

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
A&O Shearman is home to an accomplished M&A team with experience in complex M&A and joint venture matters for buyers and sellers. The firm is active in the technology, software, consumer products and financial adviser spaces, among others.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman represented Sanmina in its $3 billion acquisition of the data center infrastructure manufacturing business of ZT Systems.

Strengths

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  • The firm has an excellent depth and breadth of knowledge, especially in M&A.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA
  • A&O Shearman has a keen sense of the commercial dynamics of a given transaction, excellent client service and the ability to leverage significant resources across the firm as needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Daniel R. Mitz
    Band 4Daniel R. Mitz

    Daniel R. Mitz

    Daniel Mitz possesses deep expertise in M&A, especially in the technology sector. He is additionally experienced in corporate governance matters.
    • Daniel has an excellent and sophisticated understanding of M&A, and he is very responsive.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at A&O Shearman (1)

California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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