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William M Shields

William M Shields

USA 2026

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Ropes & Gray LLP
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Ranked in 1 practice area

Private Equity: Buyouts

Massachusetts

15 years ranked

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Will Shields is a member of Ropes & Gray's policy committee, the firm's global governing body, and was previously co-chair of the private equity transactions group. He is a partner in the Boston office. His practice focuses on representing private equity firms and public and private companies in mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts and other direct investments. Will also represents investment management firms in connection with strategic transactions including mergers and acquisitions, divestitures and restructurings.

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Private Equity: Buyouts - Massachusetts

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William Shields has attained a sterling reputation for his private equity practice, frequently acting for an array of high-end and midmarket investment firms on buyouts, minority investments and exits. He also advises on portfolio company matters.
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  • Will is extremely experienced and very smart.

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