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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Private Equity: Buyouts

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Private Equity: Buyouts - UK

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett enjoys a strong practice that frequently works with private equity funds on international matters, relying upon a well-resourced team of experts who are able to handle transactions with values in the billions. Its clients benefit from a stable of English and US-qualified lawyers, as well as a number of foreign experts with deep cross-border deal experience. The department maintains an impressive roster of clients, regularly working with leading US and European funds on complex and high value buyouts.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett advised Sixth Street Partners in connection with its acquisition of Cala, alongside Patron Capital, from Legal & General Group.

Strengths

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  • The firm is able to work in complicated commercial situations and is able to apply exceptional legal judgement under extreme time pressure.

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  • Simpson Thacher has high-calibre M&A professionals who are deeply familiar with buyouts and know how to swiftly cut to the heart of issues.

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  • Simpson Thacher has a deep level of expertise and a high quality team. The team are highly responsive and provide sophisticated advice under pressure.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Amy Mahon
    Amy Mahon

    Amy Mahon

    Amy Mahon is well known for the strength of her private equity practice, particularly as it pertains to deals in the infrastructure space. Her client base consists of well-known private equity sponsors and corporates.

    • Amy is super responsive and to the point.

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    • Amy can be relied on to deliver when it matters the most.

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  • Clare Gaskell
    Clare Gaskell

    Clare Gaskell

    Clare Gaskell counts a number of highly regarded private equity sponsors among her list of clients. She routinely advises with respect to domestic and cross-border M&A deals and takeovers, among other matters.

    • Clare is a sophisticated attorney with excellent commercial awareness.

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    • Clare is great - she knows what matters and what doesn't, and she provides practical advice.

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  • Geoffrey Bailhache
    Geoffrey Bailhache

    Geoffrey Bailhache

    Geoffrey Bailhache is well known in the market both for his skilful handling of private equity deals and for his prior role as managing director of a major private equity house. He is deeply experienced in the full range of private equity mandates including acquisitions, disposals, leveraged buyouts and strategic minority investments.

    • Geoffrey is an outstanding M&A practitioner.

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    • Geoffrey is excellent.

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  • James R Howe
    James R Howe

    James R Howe

    James Howe has experience advising prominent private equity sponsors on complex transactions. He also maintains expertise in M&A and is able to advise on cross-border deals.

    • James is the complete private equity lawyer. He has outstanding commercial acumen, is a prolific dealmaker and consistently delivers.

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    • James brings the combination of commercial acumen, clear and transparent communication, and exceptional execution.

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    • James is highly intelligent, thoughtful and his advice is outstanding. He combines tactical execution with market-leading advice and ideas.

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