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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Corporate powerhouse with an established presence in California, due in part to its four offices located in Orange County, Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Exhibits broad corporate, drawing on an extensive roster of highly adept counsel of all levels of seniority. Proficient at handling cross-border M&A transactions and complex joint ventures. Broad-ranging industry sector strength covering energy, consumer products, technology and entertainment, among others.
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Strengths

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  • The team is very thoughtful, innovative and comfortable with complex transactions.

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  • They give very commercial advice and always come up with multiple solutions.

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  • We have complete trust in the guidance they provide.

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  • They are very aware of what is happening in the market.

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  • They have a very pragmatic approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan K Layne
    Jonathan K Layne

    Jonathan K Layne

    Jonathan Layne impresses interviewees with his deep expertise in M&A and corporate governance issues.

    • Jon is extremely calm, always listens and is very strategic.

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    • He has extensive experience advising corporate clients and has seen around nearly every corner imaginable, enabling him to give practical, real-world guidance. He is uniquely skilled in cutting through noise to focus on the crux of an issue.

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    • Jon is just exceptional in every way. He is one of the most knowledgeable and empathetic individuals I have ever worked with in any capacity.

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  • Kevin Masuda
    Kevin Masuda

    Kevin Masuda

    Kevin Masuda serves as cochair of the firm's media, entertainment and technology group, as well as the betting and gaming group, and is routinely involved in M&A deals in those sectors.

    • He has an ability to understand a wide variety of issues and simplify the solutions for non-legal experts.

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    • Kevin is a brilliant lawyer.

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    • He is cool under pressure.

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  • Benyamin S Ross
    Benyamin S Ross

    Benyamin S Ross

    Benyamin Ross is a widely respected corporate attorney. He regularly handles transactions in the technology, media and entertainment industries.

    • We could not be happier with his services.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Ben is an excellent corporate lawyer.

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    • Ben is creative, very client-friendly and a serious advocate.

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