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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Corporate/M&A

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Corporate/M&A - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is respected for its market-leading US practice and frequently advises major US and Asian clients on significant M&A around the globe. The law firm offers:

• Notable expertise in technology, fintech, manufacturing and energy matters.

• Market-leading international representation of private equity firms and sponsors' global investments.

• Experience on major European deals, with a strong corporate group based in London.

• Top expertise in transactions involving Latin America, as well as aptitude in transactions across China, Japan and South Korea.

Key contact

New York-based Eric Swedenburg heads the firm's M&A practice.

Strengths

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  • Simpson Thacher has some of the most experienced lawyers in this space. They are extremely knowledgeable, patient and diligent. They are also dynamic and extremely responsive.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • The team at Simpson Thacher is pragmatic and knowledgeable.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

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