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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Illinois

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What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin LLP has an acclaimed corporate practice representing a broad list of private equity sponsors and global companies in high-profile M&A and private equity-related transactions. The team draws upon its experience in capital markets and financial services regulation to further inform its offering. It represents clients across a range of industries including insurance, automotive, industrial, finance, technology, healthcare and consumer products.

Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin LLP advised Allkem Limited on its all-stock merger with Livent Corporation.

Strengths

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"Sidley Austin has experts with significant experience across complex matters."

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
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"It's a highly experienced team that brings strong solutions to the discussion. They are very rapid on turnaround times."

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
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"Sidley Austin are extremely capable at navigating complex legal and transactional structuring matters."

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Paul L Choi
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Paul L Choi
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Paul Choi enjoys a top reputation for his distinguished corporate practice. He possesses experience in complex takeover defense, securities matters and M&A. He serves as cochair of Sidley Austin LLP's global M&A practice.

"Paul has lots of wisdom. He is attentive and extremely responsive."

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Chris E Abbinante
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Chris E Abbinante
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Chris Abbinante represents private equity sponsors and corporations in large transactions. He has experience in the life sciences sector.

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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian Fahrney acts on high-value M&A. He regularly represents clients in sectors such as finance and energy.

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Jeffrey Smith
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Jeffrey Smith
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Band 4

Jeffrey Smith represents private equity firms in acquisitions and stock sales. He also handles joint ventures, mergers and restructurings.

"Jeffrey is an outstanding business partner and is extremely knowledgeable."

"Jeffrey is an incredible resource. He always delivers."

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Sidley Austin LLP

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Corporate/M&A
Paul L Choi
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Paul L Choi
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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian J Fahrney
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Band 4
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Private Equity: Buyouts
Chris E Abbinante
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Chris E Abbinante
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Jeffrey Smith
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Jeffrey Smith
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Band 4
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