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Corporate/M&A: The Elite

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - New York

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What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton has a strong track record in advising corporations, financial services institutions and private equity firms on M&A. The team regularly works with well-known names in the communications, food and drink and pharmaceutical sectors, among others. The firm houses strong capabilities in international deals, aided by a global network of offices. Its transactional expertise is bolstered by a deep understanding of corporate governance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton LLP advised Spirit Airlines on its sale to JetBlue Airways for $6.6 billion.

Strengths

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"Client service is the best attribute of Debevoise & Plimpton. The focus is always on providing the best advice possible to the client."

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"Debevoise is my go-to for anything that is complex, and where I need smart lawyers that I know will put their best foot forward."

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"Debevoise has deep experience and the ability to deliver the highest level of legal advice for the most complex matters."

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Notable Practitioners

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Jeffrey J Rosen
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Jeffrey J Rosen
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Band 1
Corporate department chair Jeffrey Rosen maintains a top-tier practice which is utilized by a clientele of significant companies and he leads on sophisticated M&A and matters of corporate governance.
"Jeffrey is a superb negotiator. He's incredibly bright and always sees a step ahead of everyone."
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Kevin Rinker
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Kevin Rinker
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Kevin Rinker serves as cochair of the M&A group, and is active on behalf of a broad client base of companies and private equity firms in a variety of transactions. His industry experience is pronounced in life sciences and healthcare deals.
"Kevin is a superstar. If I lose work to him, I'm okay about it."
"Kevin is an amazingly versatile attorney. He can tackle thorny issues and deal dynamics."
"Kevin is an extremely experienced and high quality M&A lawyer. He is always responsive and willing to dig in to the details of a transaction."
"Kevin is very creative and proactive."
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Paul S Bird
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Paul S Bird
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Paul Bird is known for representing companies and private equity houses in a broad spectrum of transactions. He regularly handles cross-border M&A.
"Paul is outstanding at what he does."
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William D Regner
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William D Regner
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William Regner is regularly involved in complex corporate transactions involving public companies. He is recognized for his deep expertise in the media and technology spaces.
"Bill is a fantastic lawyer and a great partner to our firm."
"Bill provides the highest level of legal services to his clients. He brings deep experience, commercial sense and a practical approach to legal issues and challenges."
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Ranked Lawyers at
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Jeffrey J Rosen
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Jeffrey J Rosen
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Kevin Rinker
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Kevin Rinker
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Paul S Bird
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Paul S Bird
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William D Regner
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William D Regner
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