Ranking tables

Corporate/M&A | USA

Washington

This chapter includes company acquisitions, dispositions and related financing arrangements, mergers, joint venture 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 advisers, underwriters and the banks financing such transactions are also considered.

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Band 1

  1. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
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    Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Davis Wright Tremaine is a leader in the market for M&A transactions and is also prevalent in securities matters. The team handles transactional work both regionally and nationally for industry leaders in the technology, hospitality, seafood and energy sectors. Its lawyers are also commended for their expertise in cross-border securities and tax issues relating to Canada.
  2. Perkins Coie LLP
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    Perkins Coie LLP
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Perkins Coie is recognized as a top player in the market, with significant bench strength in the corporate space. The team is acclaimed for the depth of its experience in matters such as M&A, securities offerings and corporate governance. Its lawyers act for a number of the Northwest's most prestigious blue-chip corporate entities, including companies in the IT and e-commerce sectors.
  3. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
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    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is highly reputed for advising domestic and international companies, ranging in size from startups to global corporations, in the technology, life sciences, media, retail and financial services sectors. Its lawyers provide expert counsel on corporate and securities laws, M&A transactions and IPOs. The team is further noted for assisting entrepreneurs with corporate formation and equity structures.
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Band 2

  1. DLA Piper LLP (US)
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    DLA Piper LLP (US)
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    DLA Piper has a prominent team with expertise in venture capital and M&A deals, fund formation, IPOs and SEC compliance. It has a strong presence in the technology and biotechnology sectors. Its lawyers are noted for their experience in cross-border acquisitions and securities transactions, as well as their growing expertise in blockchain, crowdfunding and other emerging areas in financing.
  2. Fenwick
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    Fenwick
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
    Fenwick has a well-established practice with a strong footprint in the life sciences, fintech and computer hardware and software sectors. Its lawyers coordinate with the firm's IP and tax teams to provide comprehensive assistance to emerging businesses and publicly traded companies. The team frequently acts on financing transactions and IPOs.
  3. K&L Gates
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    K&L Gates
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    K&L Gates is a well-respected team, lauded for its expert handling of M&A and private equity transactions. The team serves emerging to midmarket and international companies in the technology, healthcare, energy, manufacturing and aerospace sectors. The firm is recognized as a full-service office; the Seattle team is also able to leverage the firm's global presence to offer its corporate clients an international perspective.
  4. Stoel Rives LLP
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    Stoel Rives LLP
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Stoel Rives handles a range of transactions including M&A and strategic alliances. Clients include regional, national and international entities. Sector expertise covers healthcare and renewable energy.
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Band 3

  1. Cairncross & Hempelmann, PS
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    Cairncross & Hempelmann, PS
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Cairncross & Hempelmann is a local firm handling corporate mandates for businesses of all sizes, from startups to established public companies. The team acts on a diverse range of commercial matters including M&A, financings and strategic transactions, with notable activity acting for clients in the technology sector.
  2. Cooley LLP
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    Cooley LLP
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked
    Cooley has a highly rated group frequently assisting emerging companies in the technology and life sciences industries. Its lawyers are well versed in assisting clients with cross-border transactions, particularly those involving Europe, China and Canada. The team is further noted for its experience in sophisticated capital markets transactions.
  3. Dorsey & Whitney LLP
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    Dorsey & Whitney LLP
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    Dorsey & Whitney is noted for its experience with capital markets transactions, M&A and securities compliance, including corporate governance. The team's industry focus includes mining, manufacturing, energy and technology. The firm is also highlighted for its ability to handle cross-border matters, notably US-Canada mandates.
  4. Karr Tuttle Campbell
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    Karr Tuttle Campbell
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Karr Tuttle Campbell has a prominent Seattle-based M&A team that is noted for its work across various sectors including technology, manufacturing and retail. It has particular expertise in advising companies on the federal and state tax implications of their transactions.
  5. Lane Powell PC
    Corporate/M&A
    2024 | Band 3