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Corporate/M&A | USA

California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

This chapter includes company acquisitions, dispositions and related financing arrangements, mergers, joint ventures capitalizations, entity selection and formation, operating and partnership agreements and governance matters. Also covers those transactions designed to help restructuring within companies and their subsidiaries by change of ownership. Priority is placed on primary representatives, those acting for buyers and sellers, whilst those acting for financial advisors, underwriters and the banks financing such transactions are also considered.

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Senior Statespeople

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    Larry W Sonsini
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Senior Statespeople | 24 Years Ranked
    Larry Sonsini continues to enjoy an esteemed reputation as a foremost Silicon Valley lawyer. His robust track record includes handling landmark M&A deals in the technology space.
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Eminent Practitioners

  1. Eric McCrath
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    Eric McCrath
    Morrison Foerster
    Morrison Foerster | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Eminent Practitioners | 13 Years Ranked
    Eric McCrath counts a number of leading technology corporations among his stable of clients. He serves as chair of Morrison Foerster.

Star Individuals

  1. Kenton J King
    Kenton J King
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Star Individuals | 24 Years Ranked

    Kenton King is universally viewed as a luminary of the corporate market. A roster of household-name clients seeks out his expertise in high-end M&A, particularly in the technology space.

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Band 1

  1. Douglas N Cogen
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    Douglas N Cogen
    Fenwick
    Fenwick | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked

    Douglas Cogen represents companies and boards of directors in significant corporate transactions and governance issues, and sits as co-chair of the firm's M&A practice.

  2. Jane Ross
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    Jane Ross
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked

    Jane Ross is sought after by a host of significant technology and pharmaceutical companies for counsel in high-value M&A.

  3. Keith A Flaum
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    Keith A Flaum
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 24 Years Ranked
    Keith Flaum focuses his practice on the representation of major public and private companies in high-end domestic and international M&A.
  4. Martin W Korman
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    Martin W Korman
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 24 Years Ranked
    Martin Korman provides expert advice to public and private companies on corporate transactions and governance issues.
  5. Michael Ringler
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    Michael Ringler
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 19 Years Ranked
    Michael Ringler operates a highly respected corporate practice which encompasses expertise in complex M&A, joint ventures and divestitures, as well as experience in proxy contests and hostile takeovers. He is particularly active in technology transactions.
  6. Richard Climan
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    Richard Climan
    Hogan Lovells US LLP
    Hogan Lovells US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 1 | 24 Years Ranked
    Richard Climan retains an enviable position in the upper echelon of the corporate market. He has an impressive track record of acting in transformative transactions in the technology and life sciences sectors.
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Band 2

  1. Amr Razzak
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    Amr Razzak
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked
    Amr Razzak's practice includes expertise in M&A, corporate governance and investments.
  2. Jamie Leigh
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    Jamie Leigh
    Cooley LLP
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked

    Jamie Leigh is the chair of the firm's global mergers and acquisitions group. She has extensive experience representing clients in the technology sector.

  3. Josh Dubofsky
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    Josh Dubofsky
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Josh Dubofsky has a broad transactional practice that includes the representation of public and private companies in M&A and governance matters.
  4. Mark Bekheit
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    Mark Bekheit
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Mark Bekheit advises leading companies on M&A, joint ventures and investment deals. He has particular experience in the life sciences and technology sectors.
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Band 3

  1. Michael Diz
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    Michael Diz
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years Ranked

    Michael Diz serves as counsel to major companies and private equity firms, particularly in connection with technology, media and telecommunications deals.

  2. Robert Ishii
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    Robert Ishii
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Robert Ishii represents both public and private companies on various M&A matters. He has particularly strong experience in the technology and life sciences spaces.
  3. Sharon R Flanagan
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    Sharon R Flanagan
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Sharon Flanagan demonstrates particular strength in M&A in the technology and life sciences industries.
  4. Steve L Camahort
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    Steve L Camahort
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 3 | 24 Years Ranked
    Steve Camahort handles an extensive range of corporate transactions, with a particular focus on technology and life sciences M&A.
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Band 4

  1. Alan Denenberg
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    Alan Denenberg
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 23 Years Ranked
    Alan Denenberg maintains a highly respected practice that sees him frequently engaged in large public and private transactions in a broad variety of industries.
  2. Alessandra Love
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    Alessandra Love
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked

    Alessandra Love advises companies of all sizes in M&A and corporate governance matters and is especially active in the technology sector.

  3. Benet O'Reilly
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    Benet O'Reilly
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked

    Benet O'Reilly is recognized for his high-quality work in public and private M&A in the technology, healthcare and pharmaceuticals spaces. Additional capabilities can be seen in his experience in restructurings and private equity investments.

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    Bomi Lee
    Fenwick
    Fenwick | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Bomi Lee is a talented attorney whose practice is utilized by a clientele of prominent companies and their boards. She exhibits skills in M&A, divestitures and corporate governance issues, among other matters.
  5. Brandon C Parris
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    Brandon C Parris
    Morrison Foerster
    Morrison Foerster | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked
    Brandon Parris has extensive experience handling domestic and cross-border M&A transactions.
  6. Christopher R Moore
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    Christopher R Moore
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    Christopher Moore is a prominent corporate attorney with strength in public and private M&A deals.

  7. Daniel R. Mitz
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    Daniel R. Mitz
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 14 Years Ranked
    Daniel Mitz possesses deep expertise in M&A, especially in the technology sector. He is additionally experienced in corporate governance matters.
  8. John Fisher
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    John Fisher
    Covington & Burling LLP
    Covington & Burling LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    John Fisher is a highly regarded corporate attorney who counts a number of prominent companies among his clientele. He is well-versed in M&A and joint ventures.

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    Kris S Withrow
    Fenwick
    Fenwick | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 5 Years Ranked
    Kris Withrow draws praise for his high-quality corporate practice. He advises clients in domestic and cross-border M&A across an array of industries.
  10. Kyle C Krpata
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    Kyle C Krpata
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 17 Years Ranked
    Kyle Krpata comes recommended for his adroit handling of corporate transactions in the technology space. His expertise also includes private equity, venture capital investments and corporate governance.
  11. Lawrence C Lee
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    Lawrence C Lee
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Lawrence Lee is experienced in advising clients on M&A across a range of industries, with particular expertise in technology.

  12. Lawrence Chu
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    Lawrence Chu
    Goodwin
    Goodwin | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked
    Lawrence Chu is a talented corporate lawyer who is known for his strength in the technology arena, among other industries.
  13. Leif King
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    Leif King
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    Leif King provides quality counsel in M&A and corporate governance matters. His clientele consists of well-known public and private companies.
  14. Luke J Bergstrom
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    Luke J Bergstrom
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked

    Luke Bergstrom is active on deals in the technology, life sciences and consumer products industries.

  15. Michael Dorf
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    Michael Dorf
    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked
    Michael Dorf maintains a broad transactional practice which includes M&A, joint ventures, carve-outs and venture capital matters. He handles domestic and cross-border transactions across a range of sectors.
  16. Sally Wagner Partin
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    Sally Wagner Partin
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Sally Wagner Partin is a highly regarded partner who routinely assists public and private companies in M&A transactions. Her industry knowledge is particularly strong in life sciences, financial services and technology.

  17. Steven Tonsfeldt
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    Steven Tonsfeldt
    Cooley LLP
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 24 Years Ranked
    Steven Tonsfeldt is sought out by public and private companies to handle a wide range of domestic and cross-border transactions.
  18. William Choe
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    William Choe
    WilmerHale
    WilmerHale | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked
    William Choe concentrates his practice on domestic and cross-border M&A deals in the technology space.
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Up and Coming

  1. Jalpit Amin
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    Jalpit Amin
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked

    Jalpit Amin is a rising star in M&A who routinely advises clients on both domestic and cross-border transactions.

  2. Peter Jones
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    Peter Jones
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Peter Jones focuses his practice on the representation of technology clients of all sizes in a wide range of corporate transactions.

  3. Rich Mullen
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    Rich Mullen
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Corporate/M&A
    2026 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked

    Rich Mullen represents clients across a broad range of M&A and corporate governance matters. He has particular expertise in representing technology and life sciences companies.