Corporate/M&A: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 3
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is well known for handling complex cross-border transactions in close collaboration with its international offices. The corporate team regularly works with major clients from the technology, aerospace and pharmaceutical industries, among others. The team advises public and private companies and financial sponsors. The group handles mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances and spin-offs, among other matters.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised Coupa Software on its $8 billion sale to Thoma Bravo.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"From M&A standpoint, the team are world class. They've been there, done it and have the trust of our board, senior management and CEO. They're just as good as it gets."
"Freshfields has some of the most talented M&A lawyers out there."
"Freshfields is the absolute top choice for global transactions."
"The firm is extremely responsive and always delivers a superior work product on time."
"From M&A standpoint, the team are world class. They've been there, done it and have the trust of our board, senior management and CEO. They're just as good as it gets."
"Freshfields has some of the most talented M&A lawyers out there."
"Freshfields is the absolute top choice for global transactions."
"The firm is extremely responsive and always delivers a superior work product on time."
Notable Practitioners
Ethan Klingsberg is well thought of for his handling of M&A and securities matters in a number of industries. His counsel is sought after by a stable of top corporates.
"He is truly in a class of his own: a superb M&A lawyer and a polymath corporate advisor who brings a ton of value in any situation you throw at him. He is exceptional in his ability to stay laser-focused on what matters and being highly effective and creative in navigating novel issues. Having Ethan in my corner is tremendous."
"He stands out with his calm measured approach to complex high pressure situations - he's a really unique talent."
"Ethan is a rare find in the industry. He's a brilliant lawyer, insightful tactician and a humble leader."
"He's the go-to guy for complex cross-border transactions. We needed someone who could speak to our board in a way that made sense and with the ability to distil very complex legal issues down in way that was simple and he did masterful job of that."
Damien Zoubek advises a number of high-profile corporate clients on matters including M&A and corporate governance.
"Damien is one of the very best professionals I've ever worked with. He has best-in-class skills. He advocates like a true business partner."
"Damien is incredibly adaptive to any situation."
"Damien is a real deal-maker."
Peter Lyons focuses his practice on domestic and cross-border M&A. He works with clients such as public and private companies.
Jenny Hochenberg is a noted rising star in the New York market in thanks to her adept representation in M&A activity. Clients also benefit from her expertise in corporate governance matters.
"Jenny is practical, business-oriented and a commanding force in the M&A field.."
"Jenny is beyond impressive. She is extremely smart, experienced and collaborative. She anticipates issues and provides creative solutions to push the deal to the end."
"Jenny was very knowledgeable and experienced about public M&A, very personable and professional, and a pure pleasure to work with."
Ranked Lawyers at
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