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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Rankings

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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Illinois

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP has a respected corporate and securities offering, acting for both public and private clients and investors on a variety of high profile M&A and private equity transactions. It boasts an excellent reputation in cross-border and multijurisdictional matters as a result of its extensive international footprint. Sector expertise covers healthcare, technology, business services, food, energy and real estate.

Strengths

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  • We have a lot of unique aspects to our business and DLA has been able to adapt its advice and work to meet every challenge. The attorneys have strong commercial awareness.

    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
  • The team brings deep subject matter expertise, commercial pragmatism and a level of responsiveness that aligns with our needs.

    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Andrew L Weil
    Band 2Andrew L Weil

    Andrew L Weil

    Andrew Weil acts for clients selling and acquiring businesses. He frequently advises public and private companies on cross-border mandates. His additional expertise includes private equity and finance.

    • Andrew Weil is an unbelievable lawyer, adviser and sounding board. He is extremely responsive. I always feel like I'm his sole client.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
    • He's a consummate professional. He's responsive, thoughtful and has grace under pressure.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
  • Band 4Harris Eisenberg
    Band 4Harris Eisenberg

    Harris Eisenberg

    Harris Eisenberg is an established name in the Illinois private equity space. He advises on a broad range of transactions, with expertise spanning industries such as healthcare, manufacturing and technology.

    • Harris Eisenberg's ability to navigate complex issues with calm, clarity and strategic insight has been invaluable across numerous high stakes transactions.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
  • Band 4Joydeep Dasmunshi
    Band 4Joydeep Dasmunshi

    Joydeep Dasmunshi

    Joydeep Dasmunshi has gained recognition for his work supporting private equity clients on a range of transactions.

    • Joydeep is a fantastic attorney. He is knowledgeable and responsive.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
    • Joydeep is very good. He's a very co-operative, collaborative problem-solver.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
    • Joydeep is highly responsive, creative and constructive. He is a pleasure to work with.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
  • Band 5Scott Kapp
    Band 5Scott Kapp

    Scott Kapp

    Scott Kapp is a strong choice to handle a variety of transactions. His broad client base includes public companies, investors and entrepreneurs.

    • Scott was attentive, responsive, thorough, easy to communicate with and insightful.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA
    • He is exceptionally talented, bright and has a confident and calm demeanor that has helped us through some very complex negotiations.

      Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at DLA Piper LLP (US) (4)

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