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Debevoise & Plimpton continued to advise Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company on its acquisition of a 15% interest in W.R. Berkley Corporation through open-market and/or privately negotiated share purchases and its entry into certain voting arrangements with a company owned by members of the Berkley family and its associated trusts.
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Debevoise distinguishes itself by providing detailed and practical advice. It is always able to understand the issue and carefully respond with a substantive and detailed response that reflects very thoughtful assessment.
The Debevoise team comprises specialists with extensive experience and the business environment in which our institution operates is carefully considered, ensuring that the advice we receive is customized to our specific needs.
The lawyers in all of the Debevoise functions are incredibly responsive and balance technical knowledge and execution with practicality. They can provide support at all levels as needed. It is a powerful mix that helps us optimize timing and execution on matters we work with them on.
Debevoise distinguishes itself by providing detailed and practical advice. It is always able to understand the issue and carefully respond with a substantive and detailed response that reflects very thoughtful assessment.
The Debevoise team comprises specialists with extensive experience and the business environment in which our institution operates is carefully considered, ensuring that the advice we receive is customized to our specific needs.
The lawyers in all of the Debevoise functions are incredibly responsive and balance technical knowledge and execution with practicality. They can provide support at all levels as needed. It is a powerful mix that helps us optimize timing and execution on matters we work with them on.
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Rick Sofield represents both domestic and international companies in all aspects of CFIUS work. He cochairs Debevoise & Plimpton’s national security practice.
Rick is an incredible, principled lawyer and an absolute straight shooter. He is able to draw upon his experience at the DOJ to assist clients and is very bright and super sharp.
Rick spots issues very carefully and has a good understanding of the committee and what it wants to see. He does good due diligence work and has a strong understanding of cross-border elements. He understands the commercial side of matters regarding our clients and is readily available.
Rick is an indisputable expert in CFIUS matters.
Aseel Rabie offers significant expertise in regulatory compliance and enforcement issues in the sanctions and broader AML space. Clients benefit from her breadth of expertise, which include prior roles at the SEC and the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
Aseel makes complex sanctions analysis seem obvious and understandable.
Aseel consistently delivers clear, practical and well-reasoned advice that balances legal risk with our business objectives. She provides valuable insights into potential legal and regulatory developments we should monitor.
Aseel understands our business well and is strategic in her approach.
Satish Kini is cochair of Debevoise & Plimpton’s national security practice. He is highlighted for his adept handling of OFAC matters and expertise related to sanctions on Russia and other states.
Satish is our go-to resource when it comes to sanctions. He is always able to provide thoughtful and practical advice.
Satish has a very sophisticated legal mind and is clear, concise and reassuring. He is a pleasure to work with.
Satish is responsive and available. He demonstrates creativity and solution-oriented qualities coupled with deep knowledge of sanction-related matters.
Satish is responsive, thoughtful and knowledgeable about sanctions frameworks applicable to our business.