Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
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+1 312 876 7700Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins LLP has a prominent corporate practice with extensive capabilities in handling the full gamut of corporate matters, including restructurings, acquisitions and sales of both private and public companies. Represents a diverse range of clients from private equity firms to large privately held companies and family offices. The team utilizes its strength in takeover defense and the breadth of its international network to advise on complex transactions covering multiple jurisdictions.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP advised Webhelp on its $4.8 billion sale to Concentrix Corporation.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins is truly elite across the firm. The team is extremely capable and experienced across the M&A landscape."
"Latham & Watkins has demonstrated a unique ability to support us in matters that are complex and nuanced. The team have demonstrated great responsiveness."
"I always look to Latham & Watkins in my most complex matters. They are always prompt and responsive."
"Latham & Watkins is truly elite across the firm. The team is extremely capable and experienced across the M&A landscape."
"Latham & Watkins has demonstrated a unique ability to support us in matters that are complex and nuanced. The team have demonstrated great responsiveness."
"I always look to Latham & Watkins in my most complex matters. They are always prompt and responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Michael Pucker acts on substantial transactional mandates in sectors including hospitality and real estate. His practice covers deals such as M&A.
"Michael is easy to work with. He's extremely knowledgeable and experienced."
Bradley Faris undertakes matters such as acquisitions and joint ventures in the upper echelons of the marketplace. His client base includes those in the healthcare and aviation sectors.
"Brad is a seasoned deal maker with a nice bedside manner and a calming presence."