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Lathrop GPM

Corporate/M&A

USA Guide 2026 : Kansas


Lathrop GPM

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The second largest firm in KS, Lathrop GPM is well-established locally, offering a full-service approach to corporate and M&A mandates. The KS team has additional resources spanning 16 offices in the U.S. The corporate attorneys are proficient in a variety of business matters, including restructuring and governance; M&A; corporate finance and securities.

The team works with the firm’s real estate group, as the high-level counsel clients require often blurs the line between corporate/M&A and real estate. To cater to such work, the KS real estate and corporate teams have a notably close working relationship, with key partners offering cross-practice experience in both fields. The alignment of practices culminates in a two-pronged client approach, with the Corporate team seamlessly handling the myriad corporate governance issues that arise from real estate acquisitions and development projects.

Lathrop GPM is particularly proficient at handling M&A transactions for middle market companies. The firm leads on some of the market’s most complex and significant matters, for an array of clients. The team excels in strategic guidance and corporate governance. Clients regularly employ Lathrop GPM practitioners for their commercially-minded corporate advice, at times retaining their services as long-term outside counsel. The firm is a leader in counseling clients emanating from the healthcare industry, providing regular assistance to healthcare organizations.

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Corporate/M&A - Kansas

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Lathrop GPM possesses a well-respected corporate law group, handling large transactions for a broad array of clients from the technology, retail and transportation sectors, among others. The group offers clients experience in M&A, tax, government and general business and contract law. It is also noted for its strength in the healthcare sector and is regularly engaged in complex hospital transactions.

Strengths

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  • The Lathrop team is incredibly responsive and very helpful in all aspects.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Issaku Yamaashi
    Band 1Issaku Yamaashi

    Issaku Yamaashi

    Issaku Yamaashi has notable expertise in transactional matters, with clients turning to him for his skills and experience in M&A, securities work and financing matters. He is held in particularly high esteem for his experience in the healthcare space.
    • Working with Issaku is a blessing.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
    • Issaku is able to handle anything without missing a beat. He is the most responsive attorney I've ever worked with.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
  • Band 2Randal L Schultz
    Band 2Randal L Schultz

    Randal L Schultz

    Randal Schultz offers considerable expertise in the healthcare sector. His corporate practice sees him advise on corporate law and transactional matters affecting hospitals, health systems and investors.

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