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USA New York Corporate/M&A: Shareholder Activism

This area covers the representation of shareholders in a wide variety of governance and transactional issues, including M&A, activist campaigns and proxy contests.

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Band 1
  1. Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
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    Olshan Frome Wolosky LLP
    Corporate/M&A: Shareholder Activism
    2022 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked
    Foremost firm for the representation of activist shareholders in their campaign activity. Offers a team of dedicated specialist counsel advising leading industry figures in major proxy contests, M&A and associated governance matters. Adept at handing situations involving both domestic and foreign entities.
  2. Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP
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    Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP
    Corporate/M&A: Shareholder Activism
    2022 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked
    Undertakes a variety of midmarket M&A. Well known for its frequent work with private equity firms and has expertise in a variety of sectors, including energy and aerospace. Regularly called upon to assist activist investors with campaign strategies. Corporate group is supported by strong hedge funds and tax groups.
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Band 2
  1. Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
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    Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
    Corporate/M&A: Shareholder Activism
    2022 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked
    Well-regarded team frequently handling a variety of transactional matters such as shareholder activism, takeover defense and cross-border M&A. Client base includes hedge funds and private equity firms as well as healthcare and energy companies. Experienced in public company M&A, as well as in corporate governance issues and strategic board-level matters.
  2. Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
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    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Corporate/M&A: Shareholder Activism
    2022 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked
    Advises on the full spectrum of transactions. Solid capabilities in matters such as contested takeovers, management buyouts and corporate auctions. Works with a range of clients, including buyers, sellers, financial advisers and debt and equity investors. Diverse industry experience spans energy, healthcare and financial services, among others. Highly regarded for the quality advice offered to activist hedge funds in their campaign activity.