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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 represented Allkem in its $10.6 billion all-stock merger of equals with Livent Corporation.

Strengths

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The team at Sidley has a deep understanding of our business which makes them efficient at handling questions or matters that come up during transactions.

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
USA

Sidley Austin provides truly world class M&A legal counsel.

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
USA

Sidley offers a high level of responsiveness and outstanding bedside manner.

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity respondent
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The firm has a far-reaching, deep bench and global availability, which can be leveraged to address issues effectively.

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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 cochair of Sidley Austin LLP's global M&A practice.

Paul is extremely knowledgeable and very responsive to client needs. We always appreciate the commercial insight he provides, in addition to the legal analysis.

Paul has deep M&A experience.

Paul is an elite practitioner.

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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian J Fahrney
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Band 3

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

Brian has a wealth of knowledge and experience with M&A work. Additionally, he is a great client service provider.

Brian is an outstanding lawyer and is recognized as a leader in the industry.

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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 excellent attorney. He's responsive and very quick in his work.

Chris is a fantastically talented adviser. He's one of the most thoughtful, responsive and creative M&A practitioners I have ever worked with.

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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 an outside-the-box thinker and problem-solver.

Alexis is exceptionally client-focused and takes a measured and thoughtful approach.

Alexis is an amazing transactional lawyer. We value her experience and efficiency.

Alexis has a great mind. She has a lot of deal experience and a very broad base of expertise.

Alexis is fantastic. She is highly intelligent, sensible and responsive.

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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.

Beth has in-depth knowledge and expertise in her field. She possesses exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical capabilities.

She's incredibly responsive, super smart and very effective at leading a team.

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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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Ranked Lawyers at
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Corporate/M&A
Paul L Choi
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Paul L Choi
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Band 1
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Brian J Fahrney
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Brian J Fahrney
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Band 3
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Beth Berg
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Beth Berg
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Private Equity: Buyouts
Chris E Abbinante
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Chris E Abbinante
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Band 3
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Alexis Cooper
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Alexis Cooper
4
Band 4
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Jeffrey Smith
4
Jeffrey Smith
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Band 4
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