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Jeffrey Smith

Jeffrey Smith

USA 2026

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Sidley Austin LLP
 Sidley Austin LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Private Equity: Buyouts

Illinois

4 years ranked

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JEFFREY SMITH represents private equity funds and corporate clients on a broad range of M&A, governance and securities matters, including mergers, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, divestitures, restructurings, equity investments, and joint ventures. He has significant experience in transactions involving special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) and in cross-border and multi-jurisdiction transactions. Jeffrey has led transactions in a wide range of industry sectors, including transportation, infrastructure, basic materials, construction, industrial products, distribution, healthcare, consumer products, retail, technology, and service businesses.

Jeffrey serves as co-leader of the firm’s Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPAC’s) group.

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Private Equity: Buyouts - Illinois

Band 4
Individual Editorial
Jeffrey Smith represents private equity firms in acquisitions and stock sales. He also handles joint ventures, mergers and restructurings.
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