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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

Technology

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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Technology - California

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates advises clients in the technology sector on issues including M&A and licensing matters. The team has experience advising in the US and internationally.

Work Highlights

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  • Skadden advised Scopely on its $3.5 billion acquisition of the games business of Niantic, Inc.

Strengths

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  • They are always available to help and are responsive.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • Their business acumen, and ability to act as a true business partner, is phenomenal.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • They are very commercial and able to work with us to get deals done on the timeline we need.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • They are very responsive and their capabilities are amazing.

    Technology respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Ken D Kumayama
    Band 3Ken D Kumayama

    Ken D Kumayama

    Ken Kumayama is a talented attorney who handles complex IP, data privacy and cybersecurity issues within high-value and sophisticated M&A deals.

    • Ken is fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable, has an excellent way of getting to the point and is very good at negotiating.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • Ken provides exceptional experience, guidance and responsiveness.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • He has a technical background so not only does he understand the nuance around very technical matters, but also can translate that to lay people.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • He is responsive and we really appreciate his performance.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • Not only is Ken a very sophisticated lawyer but he also has a technical background that means he can really dive into issues.

      Technology respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates (1)

California

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