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Latham & Watkins LLP

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California: Los Angeles & Surrounds

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - California: Los Angeles & Surrounds

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Market-leading capability in representing sophisticated multinational companies, particularly those in the life sciences industry, in the full range of corporate and transactional matters. Also offers high-level representation to clients in the technology and clean energy sectors, among others.
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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins advised Fidelity National Information Services on the sale of Worldpay to Global Payments.

Strengths

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  • The firm has deep technical expertise and global reach.

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  • They are responsive, catch mistakes and avoid pitfalls.

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  • Latham is top of its class. It is impressive how fast and cohesive the firm is.

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  • Latham provides confidence and reassurance to our teams that we're in very experienced and capable hands.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles K Ruck
    Charles K Ruck

    Charles K Ruck

    Charles Ruck is a renowned practitioner whose excellent reputation stems from his experience in transformative corporate transactions.

    • Charles is one of the finest attorneys that I've worked with. He is a true leader in the M&A space, who provides calm but certain direction, even under very challenging conditions.

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    • Charles is a master in the boardroom.

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  • Josh Dubofsky
    Josh Dubofsky

    Josh Dubofsky

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

    • He's a tough negotiator, he's very experienced and he gives good advice in navigating M&A complexities.

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  • Mark Bekheit
    Mark Bekheit

    Mark Bekheit

    Mark Bekheit advises leading companies on M&A, joint ventures and investment deals. He has particular experience in the life sciences and technology sectors.
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  • Jason H Silvera
    Jason H Silvera

    Jason H Silvera

    Jason Silvera advises public and private companies and private equity firms on M&A across a wide range of industries, including media and entertainment, technology and real estate.

    • He is super pragmatic and, at the same time, understands needs of companies.

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    • Jason is smart, calm and creative.

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  • Luke J Bergstrom
    Luke J Bergstrom

    Luke J Bergstrom

    Luke Bergstrom is active on deals in the technology, life sciences and consumer products industries.

    • He is commercial and gets things done.

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