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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

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

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

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

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Strong bench of well-regarded attorneys offering impressive experience in the technology and life sciences sectors. Regularly advises on cross-border M&A, as well as complex joint ventures. Noted for its particular prowess in representing companies in the technology sector. Particularly prominent in international deals involving Asian entities.
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Work Highlights

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  • Hogan Lovells advised Walmart on its $2.3 billion acquisition of VIZIO.

Strengths

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  • Hogan Lovells has an expertise that makes it an absolute powerhouse.

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  • The team is exceptionally strong in M&A, putting real forethought into strategies for advocating for their client.

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  • Hogan Lovells is one of our go-to firms. We are extremely satisfied with the overall assistance they bring to all of our matters.

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  • The team offers deep expertise, excellent timeliness and practical advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jane Ross
    Jane Ross

    Jane Ross

    Jane Ross is sought after by a host of significant technology and pharmaceutical companies for counsel in high-value M&A.

    • Jane has an incredible amount of horsepower. Her corporate and deal acumen is very good.

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    • She is simply the best.

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    • She thinks through what matters for the deal.

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  • Keith A Flaum
    Keith A Flaum

    Keith A Flaum

    Keith Flaum focuses his practice on the representation of major public and private companies in high-end domestic and international M&A.

    • Keith is our secret weapon. He is always there when we need him and he really brings to bear all of his ability, experience and commerciality.

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    • He understands the nuances of M&A, with the ability to bring all the pieces together and negotiate persuasively.

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    • He is an outstanding M&A lawyer.

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    • Keith is outstanding. He is extremely well-versed in the law and knows both sides of every argument.

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  • Richard Climan
    Richard Climan

    Richard Climan

    Richard Climan retains an enviable position in the upper echelon of the corporate market. He has an impressive track record of acting in transformative transactions in the technology and life sciences sectors.

    • He really understands the law, has a very strong presence in the boardroom and a strong commitment to his clients.

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    • Rick knows the intricacies of an M&A deal better than anyone.

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    • Rick Climan is a legend in the M&A legal industry.

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California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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