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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Illinois

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Paul Hastings LLP has a distinguished private equity practice with a strong track record in buyouts, divestitures and portfolio company work, calling upon added expertise in its impressive borrower-side financing practice. It is also highly proficient in an array of M&A work for corporates, acting for clients in industries including healthcare, aerospace, information services and manufacturing. The firm offers impressive transaction-adjacent strengths in its IP, tax and employment practices, alongside roles advising clients on FCPA and wider regulatory compliance.

Work Highlights

  • Paul Hastings LLP represented National Association of Chain Drug Stores in connection with the sale of a majority interest in Surescripts to TPG Capital.

Strengths

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The team is very knowledgeable on its subject matter but also commercial.

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Paul Hastings has very strong teams that stay on top of things and keep deals moving along.

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They're creative, super diligent and add immense value.

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Notable Practitioners

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Brian F Richards
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Brian F Richards
1
Band 1
Brian Richards is a strong presence in the market who is notably active representing private equity clients in the sale of companies. He regularly handles international mandates.

Brian is top-notch and has earned immense respect across the industry.

Brian Richards has deep commercial knowledge and a first class legal mind. He's one of the best I've seen in the profession.

Brian is a highly seasoned lawyer and a very likable person. He has the ability to listen and present arguments in a way that resonates with everyone.

He's very in tune with the market and knows our hot button issues.

Brian is one of the best attorneys in the business.

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Amit Mehta
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Amit Mehta
2
Band 2
Amit Mehta is a key partner in the team. He assists private equity clients with the acquisition of businesses.

Amit is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with.

Amit is an excellent attorney and a pleasure to work with.

Amit Mehta is exceptional across the board. He's highly commercial and responsive.

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Christopher Sheaffer
3
Christopher Sheaffer
3
Band 3
Christopher Sheaffer acts for clients in the space on various acquisitions. Sheaffer chairs Paul Hastings' corporate department in Chicago and is recognized for his growing profile.

Chris is very easy to work with and a strong asset for his firm.

Christopher is a stellar attorney and my go-to choice.

Chris is fantastic to work with.

Chris has a deep understanding of the market.

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Richard Radnay
4
Richard Radnay
4
Band 4
Richard Radnay works on a range of transactions including domestic and cross-border M&A. His sector expertise covers healthcare, life sciences and technology.
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Kelly Padgett
U
Kelly Padgett
U
Up and Coming
Kelly Padgett frequently assists with divestitures and acquisitions for private equity firms.

Kelly is a strong, thoughtful and smart attorney who provides efficient advice.

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Daniel Miles
Daniel Miles
Associates to watch

Daniel Miles is a rising associate with a growing reputation. He advises clients on high profile sales and acquisitions.

Dan is a great lawyer and a great resource. He's super easy to work with, responsive and efficient.

Dan is very commercial and easy to work with.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Paul Hastings LLP

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Private Equity: Buyouts
Brian F Richards
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Brian F Richards
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Band 1
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Amit Mehta
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Amit Mehta
2
Band 2
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Christopher Sheaffer
3
Christopher Sheaffer
3
Band 3
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Richard Radnay
4
Richard Radnay
4
Band 4
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Kelly Padgett
U
Kelly Padgett
U
Up and Coming
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Daniel Miles
Daniel Miles
Associates to watch
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