DLA Piper LLP (US), Corporate/M&A | Chambers USA Profile

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Corporate/M&A - Texas: Austin & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper LLP (US) serves a substantial client base of commercial entities, ranging from both public and emerging businesses to venture capital and private equity investors, and financial institutions. The team is often called upon to advise on technology sector investments, IPOs and other offerings, acquisitions and dispositions, mergers and joint ventures. The firm maintains the ability to tackle both US-based and international transactions thanks to a vast network of global offices.

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Work Highlights

DLA Piper advised SolarWinds on its acquisition by Turn/River Capital in a $4.4 billion take-private transaction.

Strengths

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The team is very responsive and always available to discuss issues.

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They provide thoughtful, balanced and practical advice.

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They have always had a wide breadth of expertise.

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The team is very responsive and always available to discuss issues.

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They provide thoughtful, balanced and practical advice.

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They have always had a wide breadth of expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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John J Gilluly III

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John Gilluly's practice centers on capital markets, venture capital and M&A transactions, as well as corporate governance issues.

John is an all-star lawyer and expert in a wide range of topics.

His leadership, communication and sector expertise stand out.

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Joseph Fore

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Joseph Fore focuses his practice on private equity and M&A work in the technology sphere.

Joe has a good commercial mind, knows how to solve complex issues and provides a very high service-level.

Joseph has been outstanding in all aspects of our relationship.

He is wicked smart, very commercial and easy to work with.

Joseph checks every single box. He is very responsive, organized and measured.

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Alan Bickerstaff

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Alan Bickerstaff is noted for his work in the tech space, where he represents public and private companies in M&A matters.

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Brent L. Bernell

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Brent Bernell is noted for his ability to counsel clients on M&A transactions and venture capital financings. He is based in the firm's Austin office.

Brent is wise and sophisticated beyond his years. He is a trusted advisor who proactively helps us and is always there when we come calling.

Brent is fantastic and a pleasure to work with.

Brent is a great legal and business partner who can advise on very complex transactions and meet the highest demands.

His service level is incredibly strong and he is extremely knowledgeable. He is always a few steps ahead, thinking through the impact of decisions and presenting them to me efficiently.

He is great to work with.

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