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Corporate/M&A: The Elite

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - New York

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What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP has a solid standing in the M&A field, advising on sophisticated deals both in the USA and internationally. The firm works with leading names in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing and media and entertainment sectors, among others. Latham's clientele includes household-name corporations, financial entities and private equity firms. The corporate team's expertise includes public company M&A, carve-outs and spin-offs. Clients also benefit from the team's strong grasp of corporate governance issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins LLP advised Endeavor Operating Company in connection with the $21 billion merger of UFC and WWE.

Strengths

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"I have absolute confidence in Latham & Watkins' advice and ability to handle our most complicated matters."

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"Latham has a large number of subject matter experts across all fields and can address any issues that may arise."

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"Their experience, technical knowledge and ability to own and run with a deal is amazing."

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Notable Practitioners

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Justin G Hamill
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Justin G Hamill
4
Band 4

Justin Hamill represents clients in complex M&A across a number of industries, with particular strength in entertainment industry transactions. He also deals in the technology and consumer products sectors. He serves as global chair of the firm's M&A practice.

"Justin is the best in the business at understanding client needs and crafting sophisticated solutions."

"Justin is brilliant, insightful and steady. He's the lawyer you can call and know he will find a way to solve the problem and offer focused, no-nonsense solutions."

"Justin is incredible."

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David S Allinson
5
David S Allinson
5
Band 5

David Allinson serves as cochair of the corporate department in New York. He regularly handles M&A, joint ventures and investments, among other transactions.

"David is perhaps the finest attorney I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He's incredibly knowledgeable, enormously helpful and brings tremendous business acumen."

"David has been a consistent pleasure to work with. He provides both deft legal advice and practical business advice."

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Peter Harwich
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Peter Harwich
5
Band 5

Peter Harwich handles M&A and governance matters across a variety of industries, including healthcare, technology and financial services. His clients include public companies and their boards.

"Peter is a savant. He has more foresight than I've seen from any other lawyer ever. I love working with him."

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Justin G Hamill
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Justin G Hamill
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David S Allinson
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David S Allinson
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Peter Harwich
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Peter Harwich
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