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Michael Benjamin

Michael Benjamin

Global 2026

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Michael Benjamin, Global Chair of the Retail & Consumer Products Industry Group, represents issuers and investment banks in a broad range of public and private transactions.

Michael has built a leading capital markets practice spanning initial public offerings, follow-on offerings, high yield and investment grade debt offerings, leveraged buyouts, cross-border securities offerings, and liability management transactions. Michael also advises US and international corporations on corporate governance and general corporate matters. He has worked on transactions in a range of industries, including consumer retail products, healthcare, media and telecommunications, technology, mining and metals, and general industrials.

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Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United States - USA

Band 3
Band 3

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Michael Benjamin has a great reputation for his work on capital markets transactions, representing companies and investment banks in varied debt and equity offerings.

Strengths

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  • He is always attentive and has deep knowledge across a range of topics.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Global Guide
  • Michael has a highly differentiated blend of commercial aptitude and legal proficiency. He knows what works and is always on the lookout for how to best serve his clients

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Global Guide
  • Michael is fantastic, he's got tons of experience. He helps us to be commercial but does so in a smart way.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Global Guide
  • Michael is a rare breed of lawyer who is able to deliver sophisticated legal advice in pithy rhetorical packages.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Global Guide
  • He is a commercial lawyer who is able to find common ground.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Global Guide

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