Corporate/M&A: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : New York
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Debevoise & Plimpton has a strong track record in advising corporations, financial services institutions and private equity firms on M&A. The team regularly works with well-known names in the communications, food and drink and pharmaceutical sectors, among others. The firm houses strong capabilities in international deals, aided by a global network of offices. Its transactional expertise is bolstered by a deep understanding of corporate governance matters.
Work Highlights
- Debevoise & Plimpton LLP advised Spirit Airlines on its sale to JetBlue Airways for $6.6 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Client service is the best attribute of Debevoise & Plimpton. The focus is always on providing the best advice possible to the client."
"Debevoise is my go-to for anything that is complex, and where I need smart lawyers that I know will put their best foot forward."
"Debevoise has deep experience and the ability to deliver the highest level of legal advice for the most complex matters."
"Client service is the best attribute of Debevoise & Plimpton. The focus is always on providing the best advice possible to the client."
"Debevoise is my go-to for anything that is complex, and where I need smart lawyers that I know will put their best foot forward."
"Debevoise has deep experience and the ability to deliver the highest level of legal advice for the most complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Corporate department chair Jeffrey Rosen maintains a top-tier practice which is utilized by a clientele of significant companies and he leads on sophisticated M&A and matters of corporate governance.
"Jeffrey is a superb negotiator. He's incredibly bright and always sees a step ahead of everyone."
Kevin Rinker serves as cochair of the M&A group, and is active on behalf of a broad client base of companies and private equity firms in a variety of transactions. His industry experience is pronounced in life sciences and healthcare deals.
"Kevin is a superstar. If I lose work to him, I'm okay about it."
"Kevin is an amazingly versatile attorney. He can tackle thorny issues and deal dynamics."
"Kevin is an extremely experienced and high quality M&A lawyer. He is always responsive and willing to dig in to the details of a transaction."
"Kevin is very creative and proactive."
Paul Bird is known for representing companies and private equity houses in a broad spectrum of transactions. He regularly handles cross-border M&A.
"Paul is outstanding at what he does."
William Regner is regularly involved in complex corporate transactions involving public companies. He is recognized for his deep expertise in the media and technology spaces.
"Bill is a fantastic lawyer and a great partner to our firm."
"Bill provides the highest level of legal services to his clients. He brings deep experience, commercial sense and a practical approach to legal issues and challenges."
Michael Diz is the global cochair of the firm's M&A group. He serves as counsel to major companies and private equity firms, particularly in connection with technology, media and telecommunications deals.
"Michael is extremely smart and high quality M&A lawyer. He is creative and willing to work hard to get a deal done."
Jennifer Chu is a burgeoning talent in the New York market whose practice focuses on M&A and other corporate transactions. Her broad industry expertise includes experience in healthcare, insurance and financial services deals.
"Jennifer is an exceptional lawyer."
"Jennifer Chu is a strategically brilliant attorney with an incredible ability to see what others don’t. She’s like a Swiss timepiece: elegant and meticulous with sophisticated movements.”
"Jennifer is a very outgoing and creative partner."
"Jennifer is a great lawyer with good business instincts."
Ranked Lawyers at
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
New York