Corporate/M&A: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : Texas
Band 4
Contact number
+1 214 271 5777Chambers Review
A&O Shearman has a solid M&A team with experienced corporate partners in cities across the state. Advises corporate and private equity clients on a wide range of high-value transactions.
On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The team represented SAP SE and Qualtrics International in the sale of Qualtrics to Silver Lake Management and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. The transaction is valued at $12.5 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The firm understands all the key business drivers in a transaction, and structures its strategic approach accordingly."
"The firm understands all the key business drivers in a transaction, and structures its strategic approach accordingly."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Scott Cohen of A&O Shearman earns plaudits for his abilities in corporate transactions. He works with clients in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy and aerospace.
"Scott is a fantastic senior statesman."
"Working with Scott affords you the comfort of knowing that each move you make has been thought through with the utmost care."
Alain Dermarkar of A&O Shearman is a growing force in the Texas corporate market, demonstrating particular strength in M&A. He possesses expertise across a broad range of industries, including life sciences and professional services.
"Alain is great at understanding commercial business needs and prioritizing what matters to the client."
Robert Cardone of A&O Shearman is recognized as an up-and-coming force in the Texas market. His practice includes sophisticated public and private M&A and private equity transactions.
"Robert is incredibly knowledgeable yet can bring everything down to earth. He has great legal technical expertise, and is very personable, outgoing and friendly."
"Robert is great at breaking down issues and explaining them with ease. He is a calm, confident professional who is great at keeping his cool."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&O Shearman
Texas