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McDermott Will & Schulte

Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million

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McDermott Will & Schulte

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Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million - UK-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Emery UK demonstrates considerable strength on private equity transactions, advising clients on complex buyouts and disposals. It is able to call upon its strong global presence to act on matters covering Europe and the USA. The group is active in a range of sectors and is especially strong in the life sciences, real estate and infrastructure spaces. The firm's client base includes notable private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies.

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Work Highlights

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  • McDermott Will & Emery advised HIG Infrastructure on the acquisition of PolarDC Group.

Strengths

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  • McDermott Will & Emery bring high responsiveness, a hands-on mentality and strong deal management.

    Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

  • McDermott Will & Emery bring a real depth of experience and capability, which means complex matters are dealt with in an efficient and confident manner.

    Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

  • The firm provides exceptional levels of communication, going above and beyond in client service and operating with pragmatism.

    Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Fatema Orjela
    Fatema Orjela

    Fatema Orjela

    Fatema Orjela is a well-regarded private equity partner who enjoys a strong reputation for her expertise in advising national and international sponsors on significant transactions.

    • Fatema is very easy to deal with and pragmatic.

      Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

    • She is extremely client-centric and on top of her work. Fatema balances the technical and legal aspects very well.

      Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

    • Fatema has exceptional communication and is highly commercial with strong problem solving.

      Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK
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  • Jason Zemmel
    Jason Zemmel

    Jason Zemmel

    Jason Zemmel is an esteemed partner who is lauded for his representation of private equity houses and management teams in complex transactions. His expertise includes advising on private equity, M&A and corporate finance.

    • Jason is very pragmatic and user-friendly.

      Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK

    • Jason is a truly excellent adviser.

      Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million respondentUK
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Ranked Individuals at McDermott Will & Schulte (2)

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    Fatema Orjela

    Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million

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  • Profile image of Jason Zemmel

    Jason Zemmel

    Private Equity: Buyouts: Up to £500 million

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