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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

Technology

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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

Rankings

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Technology - California

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is noted for its IP expertise in large-scale and sophisticated transactions for market-leading clients. Also recognized for its experience in M&A, joint ventures and partnership agreements, and well versed in matters concerning social media, software and e-commerce.

Work Highlights

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges advised H.I.G. Capital on the technology and IP aspects of its take-private acquisition of Converge Technology Solutions Corp.

Strengths

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  • They are incredibly responsive and produce excellent work.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • They are so client-first and flexible. They always help us get the answers we need and further our business.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • They are able to quickly brainstorm potential solutions and offer potential compromises or resolutions on complex issues.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • The team is responsive, practical, experienced and thorough.

    Technology respondentUSA
  • The team provides a client-centred focus, quick response time, high calibre legal work and emphasis on in-person and impactful work.

    Technology respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Karen N Ballack
    Band 1Karen N Ballack

    Karen N Ballack

    Karen Ballack is respected for the depth of her knowledge of IP and other technology transactions, including joint ventures and acquisitions.
    • She synthesizes complexity into actionable strategy, communicates with candour and tact and delivers practical, high-impact results. Her leadership inspires confidence at every stage.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • Karen is a pleasure to work with and produces a fantastic work product.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • Karen is an incredibly good drafter and has good attention to detail. She is a good negotiator as well, she is respectful but can argue our positions really well.

      Technology respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingMax Scott
    Up and ComingMax Scott

    Max Scott

    Max Scott is an up-and-coming talent who attracts praise for his work in technology transactions. He shows expertise in acquisitions, licensing issues and joint-development matters.

    • Max is very client-focused and very flexible.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • He is pragmatic and demonstrates expertise on the key legal issues we are working through.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • He didn't miss a beat.

      Technology respondentUSA
    • He helps problem-solve and provides solutions.

      Technology respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP (2)

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