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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity | USA

Florida: North & Central

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. This section focuses on the transactional aspect of private equity funds work. It takes into account LBOs, M&A, recapitalization and restructuring-related matters at both the high-end and mid-market level.

All Departments profiles

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Band 1

  1. Foley & Lardner LLP
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    Foley & Lardner LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Foley & Lardner LLP offers broad state coverage and significant experience in securities. Expertise in representing underwriters and issuers in securities offerings and SEC compliance matters. Well versed in handling M&A for a range of local and national clients.
  2. Holland & Knight LLP
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    Holland & Knight LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 1 | 5 Years Ranked
    Holland & Knight LLP handles a diverse range of work across its North and South Florida offices. Capable of handling transactions not just statewide, but nationally and across borders, with a focus on Latin America and Canada. Significant knowledge advising a range of clients, from startups to large companies on both the public and private sides. Boasts particular expertise in securities regulatory matters. Additional representative experience in private equity transactions and corporate governance matters.
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Band 2

  1. Hill Ward Henderson
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    Hill Ward Henderson
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Hill Ward Henderson is predominantly involved in acquisitions, representing both buyers and sellers, and boasts particular experience in joint venture work. Frequently engaged by private equity funds, as well as smaller and family-run businesses. Also experienced in venture capital transactions. Sought by clients involved in a range of industries, with particular expertise in automotive matters.
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Band 3

  1. Akerman LLP
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    Akerman LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Akerman LLP is a full-service firm with wide geographical state coverage. Experienced in representing both public and private companies in a variety of matters, including M&A and dispositions. Regularly assists private equity funds in midmarket transactions across a range of industries, including healthcare, transportation and technology. Able to draw on significant firm strength in complementary areas such as tax, real estate and regulatory expertise.
  2. BakerHostetler LLP
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    BakerHostetler LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    BakerHostetler LLP offers a broad corporate practice, representing companies across a variety of industries, and particularly noted for expertise advising energy and technology sector clients. Able to advise on both large-scale domestic and cross-border transactions, supported by a network of national and international offices. Acts for private equity firms in fund formation work and acquisitions. Also boasts experience in dealing with public and private securities matters, primarily representing issuers.
  3. Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP
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    Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP possesses expertise in M&A, corporate and securities work, with significant experience in private equity. Services clients across a wide range of industries. Frequently advises clients on their cross-border matters from Florida offices located in Sarasota and Tampa.
  4. Trenam
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2024 | Band 3