Corporate/M&A: The Elite
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Band 2
Contact number
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Market-leading capability in representing sophisticated multinational companies, particularly those in the life sciences industry, in the full range of corporate and transactional matters. Also offers high-level representation to clients in the technology and clean energy sectors, among others.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP advised Bunge on its $8 billion acquisition of Viterra.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins have a very high level of technical expertise in every area where it is required."
"The service has been excellent. They are very responsive, have lots of deal experience and are very business-minded."
"Latham can guide clients through complicated commercial and business options with ease, and at a level which non-lawyers can easily digest."
"Latham & Watkins have a very high level of technical expertise in every area where it is required."
"The service has been excellent. They are very responsive, have lots of deal experience and are very business-minded."
"Latham can guide clients through complicated commercial and business options with ease, and at a level which non-lawyers can easily digest."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Ruck is a renowned practitioner whose excellent reputation stems from his experience in transformative corporate transactions.
Josh Dubofsky has a broad transactional practice that includes the representation of public and private companies in M&A and governance matters.
"Josh is incredibly smart. He can handle very complex transactions and comes up with non-obvious, creative solutions."
Luke Bergstrom is active on deals in the technology, life sciences and consumer products industries. He serves as global vice chair of the firm's technology industry group.
Mark Bekheit advises leading companies on M&A, joint ventures and investment deals. He has particular experience in the life sciences and technology sectors.
"Mark is a really great lawyer. He's who you look for in complex transactions."
"Mark is an excellent team leader. He has deep experience and is very efficient."