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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border)

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) - USA

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
The firm's US corporate team typically works alongside colleagues across the firm's extensive international network, with expertise in, and organised by, geographies, practice groups and industry sectors. It represents a mix of US and overseas companies from start-ups to mature businesses, handling a mix of mid-market venture capital and private equity to larger public company deals. Strong US and global resources offer clients experience in key, secondary and emerging markets and enable the firm to execute a high volume of M&A deals, attracting numerous clients which require a global one-stop shop.A firm frequently endorsed for its geographic reach, DLA Piper is highlighted by sources as delivering an integrated approach to an array of transactional and contentious proceedings. Across its network, the firm has a strong commitment to sector groups and industry-focused expertise, with retail, pharmaceuticals and technology representing key areas of focus. The New York office is renowned for playing a leading role in the firm's work on international transactions, while the firm's West Coast hub in California also serves as a key location for its global technology practice.

Strengths

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  • The team excels in building strong, collaborative relationships with clients. Its commitment to understanding our business and working closely with us fosters trust and ensures that our needs are met.

    Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) respondentGlobal
  • The team at DLA Piper provide highly tailored and timely advice, and nuanced views across multiple jurisdictions. It takes a multi-jurisdictional approach from the get-go.

    Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper has a great multi-jurisdictional footprint with reliable lawyers across the globe.

    Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Foreign expert for South KoreaDK Donghyun Kim
    Foreign expert for South KoreaDK Donghyun Kim

    DK Donghyun Kim

    DK Donghyun Kim sits in DLA Piper's Atlanta office. He possesses considerable international experience in matters concerning Korean entities.

Ranked Individuals at DLA Piper LLP (US) (1)

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