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Corporate/M&A: The Elite

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - New York

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP has a solid standing in the M&A field, advising on sophisticated deals both in the USA and internationally. The firm works with leading names in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing and media and entertainment sectors, among others. Latham's clientele includes household-name corporations, financial entities and private equity firms. The corporate team's expertise includes public company M&A, carve-outs and spin-offs. Clients also benefit from the team's strong grasp of corporate governance issues.

Work Highlights

  • Latham & Watkins LLP advised Healthpeak Properties Inc on its $21 billion all-stock merger with Physicians Realty Trust.

Strengths

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The Latham team provides a quality work product, responsiveness and a deep bench and understanding of specialized issues.

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The firm's knowledge and approach is very holistic, so it is able see the deal from a 360-degree angle, which allows it to handle a high level of complexity very effectively.

Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondent
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Latham & Watkins is smart and responsive, and always allows space for a dialogue with clients to guide them through challenging situations. It is a real pleasure to work alongside them.

Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondent
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Latham & Watkins brings proactive forethought, with cognizance of what is coming around the corner and how to prepare for it. The firm provides outstanding legal advice on cutting-edge issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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Josh Dubofsky
3
Josh Dubofsky
3
Band 3

Josh Dubofsky has a broad transactional practice that includes the representation of public and private companies in M&A and governance matters.

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David S Allinson
5
David S Allinson
5
Band 5

David Allinson serves as global vice-chair of the corporate department in New York. He regularly handles M&A, joint ventures and investments, among other transactions.

David is a talented practitioner.

He is a pleasure to work with and a trusted adviser.

David provides great client service and is phenomenal at client management.

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Peter Harwich
5
Peter Harwich
5
Band 5
Peter Harwich handles M&A and governance matters across a variety of industries, including healthcare, technology and financial services. His clients include public companies and their boards.

Peter's practicality, deep knowledge of M&A and ability to recruit and retain a fantastic, diverse team make him a standout. His calm demeanor is remarkable, no matter how difficult the situation.

Peter is extremely responsive and reliable. He has an extremely high level of expertise in his field.

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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David S Allinson
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David S Allinson
5
Band 5
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Peter Harwich
5
Peter Harwich
5
Band 5
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Josh Dubofsky
3
Josh Dubofsky
3
Band 3
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