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About
Provided by Paul J Shim
Practice Areas
Paul’s practice focuses on public and private merger and acquisition transactions for corporate, private equity, sovereign wealth fund and principal investor clients. He also provides advice regarding governance matters and the fiduciary duties of officers and directors to corporations and their boards, including advice related to shareholder activism preparation and response. Paul has been recognized multiple times as a “Dealmaker of the Year” by The American Lawyer, and is ranked among leading M&A lawyers in all major directories.
Career
Joined firm (1987); Partner (1996). J.D., cum laude, NYU (1987). S.B., S.M., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1984).
Professional Memberships
Fellow, American Bar Foundation
Member, New York and New Jersey Bars
Chambers Review
USA
Paul Shim applies his years of experience to the handling of sophisticated M&A on behalf of public and private companies. Further expertise lies in corporate governance matters and issues concerning fiduciary duty.
Paul Shim is valued as an experienced deal-maker in both private equity buyouts and strategic M&A matters, with clients benefiting from his wealth of knowledge in transactional mandates.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Paul has incredible gravitas, unique creativity and a deep understanding of both the substantive law as well as his client's needs and personalities. He takes the time to understand the objectives and strategy."
"Paul's communication style and ability to explain complex legal issues in a layman language is truly appreciated. I consider him a trusted business adviser."
"Paul is an excellent, strategic and commercially-minded attorney who earns trust quickly."
"Paul is an excellent advisor with great judgment and expertise."
"Paul has incredible gravitas, unique creativity and a deep understanding of both the substantive law as well as his client's needs and personalities. He takes the time to understand the objectives and strategy."
"Paul's communication style and ability to explain complex legal issues in a layman language is truly appreciated. I consider him a trusted business adviser."
"Paul is an excellent, strategic and commercially-minded attorney who earns trust quickly."
"Paul is an excellent advisor with great judgment and expertise."
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