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Corporate/M&A | USA

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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
  1. Frederick B Thomas
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    Frederick B Thomas
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Senior Statespeople | 21 Years Ranked
    Frederick Thomas has extensive expertise acting for clients in the food and beverages sector. He is highly respected for the depth of his experience on transactions such as M&A.
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  2. Michael A Pucker
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    Michael A Pucker
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Senior Statespeople | 14 Years Ranked
    Michael Pucker acts in substantial transactional mandates in sectors including hospitality and real estate. His practice covers deals such as M&A.
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Star Individuals
  1. Charles W Mulaney Jr
    Charles W Mulaney Jr
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Star Individuals | 21 Years Ranked
    Charles Mulaney is a standout name in the market and is active in some of the largest transactions in the space. He regularly advises on multibillion-dollar acquisitions.
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Band 1
  1. Bradley Faris
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    Bradley Faris
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 1 | 11 Years Ranked
    Bradley Faris undertakes matters such as acquisitions and joint ventures in the upper echelons of the marketplace. His client base includes those in the healthcare and aviation sectors.
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  2. Paul L Choi
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    Paul L Choi
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
    "Paul is always available to assist with time-sensitive, delicate and high-profile issues. He possesses strong communication skills and can pull in the resources necessary to address the myriad of issues clients face on a regular basis."
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Band 2
  1. Andrew L Weil
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    Andrew L Weil
    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    DLA Piper LLP (US) | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years Ranked
    Andrew Weil acts for clients selling and acquiring businesses. He frequently advises public and private companies on cross-border mandates. Additional expertise includes private equity and finance.
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  2. Joseph P Gromacki
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    Joseph P Gromacki
    Jenner & Block LLP
    Jenner & Block LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Joseph Gromacki chairs the corporate team at Jenner & Block LLP. He assists clients acquiring and selling businesses, including multibillion-dollar transactions.
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Band 3
  1. Jodi A Simala
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    Jodi A Simala
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
    Jodi Simala's clients include manufacturers and food and beverages companies. She handles a range of deals including M&A and joint ventures.
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  2. Marc F Sperber
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    Marc F Sperber
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    "Marc goes above and beyond in his legal support. He's not only a very experienced and highly competent lawyer but also a deal-maker."
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  3. Michael A Nemeroff
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    Michael A Nemeroff
    Vedder Price PC
    Vedder Price PC | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 15 Years Ranked
    Michael Nemeroff acts for corporations and private equity firms in M&A. He often advises on cross-border mandates.
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  4. Neal Aizenstein
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    Neal Aizenstein
    Cooley LLP
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 21 Years Ranked
    Neal Aizenstein of Cooley LLP boasts considerable international experience. He acts in corporate venture investments and divestitures.
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  5. Paul W Theiss
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    Paul W Theiss
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 20 Years Ranked
    Paul Theiss advises clients in sectors such as telecommunications on the full spectrum of deals.
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  6. Peter H Lieberman
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    Peter H Lieberman
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Peter Lieberman is best known for his representation of private equity firms. He regularly advises on acquisitions and leveraged buyouts.
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    Steven J Gavin
    Winston & Strawn LLP
    Winston & Strawn LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Steven Gavin has a notable presence in the financial sector. He acts on substantial acquisitions and provides advice on corporate governance.
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  8. William Kucera
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    William Kucera
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    William Kucera is an established name in the M&A market. He acts in deals in sectors such as technology and insurance.
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Band 4
  1. Brian J Fahrney
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    Brian J Fahrney
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 8 Years Ranked
    Brian Fahrney acts in high-value M&A. He regularly represents clients in sectors such as finance and energy.
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  2. Brian W Duwe
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    Brian W Duwe
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked
    Brian Duwe is active in the private equity space and possesses experience relating to IPOs, corporate governance and joint ventures. He demonstrates cross-border capabilities.
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    Craig A Roeder
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked
    Craig Roeder experience includes advising on multibillion-dollar acquisitions. He also handles securities transactions.
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  4. Jennifer L Keating
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    Jennifer L Keating
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked
    "Jennifer's ability to think through novel issues and to gauge and monitor risks are particular strengths."
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    Michael DeFranco
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years Ranked
    Michael DeFranco advises clients on high-value M&A and securities matters. His client base includes public and private companies from across a broad range of industries.
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    Olivia Tyrrell
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 9 Years Ranked
    Olivia Tyrrell is involved in high-value transactions on behalf of a range of clients. She frequently handles cross-border matters.
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  7. Richard C Witzel
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    Richard C Witzel
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 10 Years Ranked
    Richard Witzel is active in high-value acquisitions. He notably serves clients in the life sciences sector.
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    Thomas E. Keim, Jr.
    Venable LLP
    Venable LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Band 4 | 15 Years Ranked
    Thomas Keim of Venable LLP is a respected practitioner who acts in M&A and investments. He represents various clients in the financial sector.
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Up and Coming
  1. Ryan Ferris
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    Ryan Ferris
    Mayer Brown LLP
    Mayer Brown LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2023 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked
    Ryan Ferris is experienced in advising clients from sectors such as hospitality and pharmaceuticals on acquisitions.
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