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USA Florida: North & Central Corporate/M&A & Private Equity

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.

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Band 1
  1. Holland & Knight LLP
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    Holland & Knight LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Holland & Knight LLP handles a diverse range of work across their 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 start-ups 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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  2. Foley & Lardner LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 1
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Band 2
  1. Hill Ward Henderson
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    Hill Ward Henderson
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 2 |
    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 automobile matters.
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Band 3
  1. Akerman LLP
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    Akerman LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 3 |
    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.
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  2. BakerHostetler LLP
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    BakerHostetler LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 3 |
    BakerHostetler LLP offers a broad corporate practice, representing companies across a variety of industries, 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.
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  3. Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP
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    Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Shumaker Loop & Kendirck 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 in their cross-border matters from Florida offices located in Sarasota and Tampa.
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  4. Trenam
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2023 | Band 3
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