
Private Equity: Buyouts
USA Guide 2026 : New York
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Willkie is representing LS Power Equity Advisors in its $12 billion sale of a portfolio of natural gas generation facilities and a commercial and industrial virtual power plant platform to NRG Energy.
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They are our go-to for highly sophisticated matters.
Private Equity: Buyouts respondentUSAWillkie Farr has the technical capabilities to handle complex and sophisticated matters and can provide sound commercial guidance.
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Band 3 
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Jeffrey Poss
Jeffrey Poss is highlighted for his deep experience in significant private equity transactions, with expertise advising clients across mid-market and high-end deals. Band 3 
Band 3 
Neil Townsend
Neil Townsend has a robust private equity practice which sees him advise investors and portfolio companies on transactional matters, with particular expertise in mid-market deals. Neil is an excellent attorney and a trusted business adviser.
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Band 4 Global 2026
Practice area: Private Equity: Buyouts
Location: UK
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