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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

  • Sidley Austin LLP represented Arthur J. Gallagher & Co in its $13.4 billion acquisition of AssuredPartners.

Strengths

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The M&A team is outstanding. They're responsive, focused on solving problems and take a pragmatic approach. They're always looking for solutions to the challenges that inevitably arise in connection with a large transaction.

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
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They're very knowledgeable and provide thorough and practical advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul L Choi
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Paul L Choi
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Band 1

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 co-chair of Sidley Austin LLP's global M&A practice.

Paul is responsive, commercial and consistently looking for pragmatic solutions.

He is always fully devoted to serving the client’s best interests, providing solutions‑oriented guidance that balances legal considerations with practical execution.

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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian J Fahrney
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Band 2

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

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Chris E Abbinante
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Chris E Abbinante
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Band 3
Chris Abbinante represents private equity sponsors and corporations in large transactions. He has experience in the life sciences sector.

Chris is an absolutely incredible attorney. He's very client-oriented and he knows how to adhere to the interests and needs of his clients.

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Alexis Cooper
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Alexis Cooper
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Band 4

Alexis Cooper is an highly respected name in the Illinois private equity market. She represents high profile clients in a broad range of transactions.

Alexis is outstanding. She is extremely knowledgeable, confident and experienced. In addition to her unmatched level of expertise and professionalism, she is a pleasure to work with. It is rare to find such a strong combination of skill and approachable style. I highly recommend her without hesitation.

Alexis is an exceptional business partner.

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Beth Berg
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Beth Berg
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Band 4

Beth Berg is an experienced attorney who offers excellent advise in M&A, corporate governance and SEC-related matters. She is additionally experienced in issues concerning shareholder activism.

She is very smart, thoughtful and business-minded.

Beth is great and a trusted adviser.

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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.
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Jonathan A. Blackburn
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Jonathan A. Blackburn
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Band 5

Jonathan Blackburn stands out for his high quality advice in public and private M&A. He is active in a range of industries.

He is not only legally-savvy, he is an incredible business person's lawyer.

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Scott Williams
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Scott Williams
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Band 5

Scott Williams advises clients on significant M&A transactions and matters of corporate governance. He is active in life sciences, financial services and energy deals.

Scott is a tremendous asset to any deal team. He understands the commercial context and consistently looks for ways through the minefield.

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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 2
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Beth Berg
4
Beth Berg
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Band 4
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Jonathan A. Blackburn
5
Jonathan A. Blackburn
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Band 5
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Scott Williams
5
Scott Williams
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Private Equity: Buyouts
Chris E Abbinante
3
Chris E Abbinante
3
Band 3
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Alexis Cooper
4
Alexis Cooper
4
Band 4
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Jeffrey Smith
4
Jeffrey Smith
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Band 4
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