Ranking tables

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity | USA

Florida: South

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. Akerman LLP
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    Akerman LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Akerman LLP is a full-service firm with wide geographical state coverage. The firm is experienced in representing both public and private companies in a variety of matters, including M&A and dispositions. It regularly assists private equity funds in mid-market transactions across a range of industries, including healthcare, transportation and technology. The firm is able to draw on significant firm strength in complementary areas such as tax, real estate and regulatory expertise.

  2. Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Greenberg Traurig, LLP has a strong Florida base which is complemented by national corporate practice strength. The firm represents clients across the full range of corporate matters, including private equity investments, M&A and counselling. It acts for an impressive range of household names, including many of the state's largest corporations. The firm is also skilled at handling the transactional concerns of technology and pharmaceutical sector clients. It offers additional strength in handling cross-border matters, with frequent representation of Latin American clients.

  3. Holland & Knight LLP
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    Holland & Knight LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Holland & Knight LLP handles a diverse range of work across its North and South Florida offices. The firm is capable of handling transactions not just statewide but nationally and across borders, with a focus on Latin America and Canada. It has significant knowledge advising a range of clients, from start-ups to large companies on both the public and private sides. The firm boasts particular expertise in securities regulatory matters. It has additional representative experience in private equity transactions and corporate governance matters.

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Band 2

  1. McDermott Will & Emery LLP
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    McDermott Will & Emery LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked

    McDermott Will & Emery LLP is experienced across a range of industry sectors and is regarded as a particularly strong candidate for healthcare matters. The firm is well known for carrying out work related to mid-market private equity matters, including acquisitions and leveraged financings. It is adept at handling cross-border transactions.

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Band 3

  1. Bilzin Sumberg
    3
    Bilzin Sumberg
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked

    Bilzin Sumberg focuses on M&A, joint venture and private equity work, with particular expertise in fund formation, raising capital and fund-related M&A deals. The firm is especially well known for handling real estate-related matters. It advises both public and private companies dealing with significant corporate transactions, acting for a diverse client roster which includes Fortune 500 companies, investors and developers.

  2. Gunster
    3
    Gunster
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked

    Gunster boasts a full-service corporate practice with a strong Florida offering and established connections with larger national firms. The firm is well versed in M&A, private equity investments and international transactions. It represents clients across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, agriculture and financial services. The firm deals with a wide variety of entities from private start-ups to large public companies. It is well supported by a range of complementary departments, including banking and finance and litigation.

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Band 4

  1. DLA Piper LLP (US)
    4
    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    DLA Piper LLP is sought after to advise on transactions spanning mergers, acquisitions and sales, among other matters. The firm's clients include financial institutions, healthcare providers and technology companies. It is well placed to handle cross-border matters, drawing upon the strengths of other offices in the USA and abroad.

  2. Jones Day
    4
    Jones Day
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    Jones Day is home to an adept corporate practice with a strong pedigree in M&A, joint ventures and mid-market private equity transactions. The firm excels in a broad array of industry sectors, with clients benefiting from the firm's extensive global and national network to handle cross-border deals, particularly in Latin America.

  3. Kirkland & Ellis
    4
    Kirkland & Ellis
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Kirkland & Ellis is a highly respected firm with broad national and international reach. The firm advises clients on high-profile private equity transactions, encompassing acquisitions, investments and sales.

  4. Sidley Austin LLP
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    Sidley Austin LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Sidley Austin LLP is a widely respected firm advising clients on domestic and international transactions. The firm offers expertise in industries including sports, real estate and infrastructure.

  5. Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A.
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    Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A.
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. offers significant experience to clients dealing with mid-market transactions across a range of industries, including banking and life sciences. Its expertise includes M&A, private equity and corporate regulatory work. The firm is frequently involved in joint venture real estate matters. It also regularly advises on securities offerings and filings.

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Band 5

  1. Berger Singerman
    5
    Berger Singerman
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked

    Berger Singerman provides comprehensive corporate service to established businesses. The firm has strong state coverage across four offices with in-depth expertise in M&A and corporate finance matters. It offers experience in handling private equity, venture capital and securities transactions. The firm acts for clients across a range of industries, including a focus on real estate and hospitality businesses. It is frequently engaged to deal with matters across the country and internationally.

  2. Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    5
    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked

    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is a large-scale international law firm with a Miami base. The firm provides a broad range of corporate expertise for clients such as financial institutions, private companies, governments and non-profits. It has significant experience in cross-border issues, including European and Latin American matters. The firm has notable involvement in public-private partnerships involving significant infrastructure projects. Additionally, it is skilled at handling corporate securities transactions.

  3. RC Law LLP
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    RC Law LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    RC Law LLP is a Miami-based firm that offers strong advice in domestic and cross-border M&A and joint ventures. It is sought after by a clientele of public and private companies and private equity firms.
  4. Winston & Strawn LLP
    5
    Winston & Strawn LLP
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked

    Winston & Strawn LLP advises a range of clients on transactional matters including joint ventures, investments and acquisitions. The firm is noted for its expertise in both domestic and international deals.

  5. J2 Advisors
    Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
    2025 | Band 5