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Fenwick

Corporate/M&A

USA Guide 2026 : Washington

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Fenwick

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Corporate/M&A - Washington

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Fenwick has a well-established practice with a strong footprint in the life sciences, fintech, and computer hardware and software sectors. Its lawyers coordinate with the firm's IP and tax teams to provide comprehensive assistance to emerging businesses and publicly traded companies. The team frequently acts on financing transactions and IPOs.

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Work Highlights

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  • Fenwick represented Smartsheet in an $8.4 billion acquisition by Blackstone and Vista Equity Partners.

Strengths

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  • The Fenwick team is highly knowledgeable and very responsive. They work quickly and efficiently.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • Fenwick's knowledge and experience in the market are major plusses.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • The Fenwick team make me feel as if I am their only client. Their service level and responsiveness are amazing.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • The Fenwick team identifies business risks and helps mitigate or remove them, allowing us to focus on the business.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alan C Smith
    Alan C Smith

    Alan C Smith

    Alan Smith is commended for his skill representing technology and life sciences companies. He often works on high-value M&A and capital markets offerings.

    • Alan has an excellent understanding of the business and provides great counsel.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Effie Toshav
    Effie Toshav

    Effie Toshav

    Effie Toshav is well versed in the life sciences industry, regularly counseling clients on mergers and acquisitions, corporate financings and general corporate governance.

    • Effie provides remarkable and responsive customer service.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • Effie's breadth and depth of knowledge in the industry is helpful for making important strategic decisions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • William Bromfield
    William Bromfield

    William Bromfield

    William Bromfield is acknowledged for his strength in advising a variety of emerging technology companies on investment transactions and public offerings. He also handles deals such as M&A.
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