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Dechert LLP

Private Equity: Buyouts

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Dechert LLP

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Provided by Dechert LLP

Dechert is among the most active law firms in the private equity industry. Our private equity practice began more than 35 years ago - before it was even called "private equity" - when we advised on some of the first fund formations and buyout transactions.

Dechert’s global team of more than 250 lawyers represents all types of private equity sponsors and other private investment firms, including sovereign wealth funds and family offices, and their portfolio companies, as well as institutional and corporate investors looking to invest in private equity funds.

In every phase of the private equity investment life cycle, we help clients accomplish their investment objectives by:

  • Forming funds for sponsors and institutional investors
  • Helping to raise capital
  • Negotiating investments and financings for funds
  • Advising on transactions and other matters for clients’ portfolio companies
  • Structuring exits for investors
  • Restructuring less successful investments

Chambers Review

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Private Equity: Buyouts - New York

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Dechert offers robust strength in advising on private equity investment matters, with considerable skill in mid-market and upper mid-market transactional work for local and international private equity firms. It is frequently engaged on international-facing matters, drawing upon the firm's considerable global footprint in the US, Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
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Work Highlights

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  • Dechert LLP advised Cerberus Capital Management on its acquisition of Landmark Structures.

Strengths

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  • They shine the brightest on very complex transactions. They have the expertise, experience and specialists to deal with any challenges that may arise.

    Private Equity: Buyouts respondentUSA

  • The Dechert team act as true solution-orientated partners.

    Private Equity: Buyouts respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark E Thierfelder
    Mark E Thierfelder

    Mark E Thierfelder

    Mark Thierfelder is highly sought after for his longstanding expertise in private equity matters, having advised on an array of major deals across his distinguished career.

    • Mark has unparalleled depth and breadth of experience.

      Private Equity: Buyouts respondentUSA
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