Corporate/M&A: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : California: Los Angeles & Surrounds
Band 4
Contact number
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Well-regarded corporate practice with significant strengths in the life sciences and technology industries. Statewide coverage includes formidable offerings in Palo Alto, San Francisco and San Diego. Acts for clients of all sizes, from emerging companies to multinational corporations, in a variety of transactions, including M&A and joint ventures. Also has significant experience acting for financial advisers in complex transactions.
Work Highlights
- Cooley advised Horizon Therapeutics on its $28 billion sale to Amgen.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Cooley team had extensive M&A experience, were quick to respond and always made themselves available under short notice."
"They have a good depth of understanding in complex issues which arise."
"Cooley are very on top of the market trends."
"The Cooley team had extensive M&A experience, were quick to respond and always made themselves available under short notice."
"They have a good depth of understanding in complex issues which arise."
"Cooley are very on top of the market trends."
Notable Practitioners
Barbara Borden works on high-value transactions in a variety of sectors, with particular strength in technology and life sciences. She sits as cochair of the firm's global M&A practice.
"Barbara is incredibly capable and confident. She's a talented M&A specialist."
"She is deeply knowledgeable in this space."
"Barbara is an incredibly steady hand."
Thomas Coll offers top-quality advice to public and private company clients on domestic and cross-border M&A. He works with prominent life sciences and technology clients.
"Thomas provides timely and thoughtful advice, and has a high level of expertise relating to corporate matters."
"He has been invaluable in providing practical advice."
Jamie Leigh is cochair of the firm's M&A group. She has extensive experience representing clients in the technology sector.
"Jamie is very pleasant to work with and is very client-friendly."
Rama Padmanabhan is recognized for her diverse corporate practice, which includes deep expertise in life sciences and biotechnology M&A. She regularly assists her clients with cross-border deals, especially those involving Asia.
"Rama's level of service and responsiveness is off the charts."
"Rama is highly accurate and gets things done quickly."
Steven Tonsfeldt is sought out by public and private companies to handle a wide range of domestic and cross-border transactions.
"Steven works for a fair deal for both parties. He is very practically oriented and serves his clients well."
"Steven is an excellent and highly knowledgeable lawyer."
Anne Lieberman is a growing talent in the M&A market who is experienced representing public and private companies. She has particular expertise in life sciences and technology transactions.
"Anne brings her A-game to any transaction and her advice is well received."
"Anne is fantastic. She's really smart and provides crisp advice."
"Anne always provides sound, strategic decisions and advice."