Technology
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Band 1
Contact number
213 485 1234Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins LLP has an excellent technology transactional practice with a fine track record for its cross-border work. Excels in IP-related technology transactions, including M&A, licensing, distribution and strategic collaborations. Represents a broad range of major companies, including those in the automotive and aerospace industries, retail and media and entertainment. Also advises on complex strategic alliances, joint ventures and, increasingly, data privacy concerns.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins LLP advised Thomson Reuters on its $650 million acquisition of Casetext.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They're the best. We consistently rely on them for timely, risk-calibrated advice."
"Latham & Watkins provides great counsel who understand intricate business issues."
"They're the best. We consistently rely on them for timely, risk-calibrated advice."
"Latham & Watkins provides great counsel who understand intricate business issues."
Notable Practitioners
Anthony Klein covers a broad spectrum of domestic and cross-border matters, including service agreements and IP transactions. Klein is the global cochair of Latham & Watkins' connectivity industry group.
Ghaith Mahmood advises technology sector companies and investors on many types of transaction, including licensing, IP commercialization and strategic partnerships. He works with clients in fields such as digital health, social media and augmented reality. He is global vice chair of the firm's data technology and transactions practice.
"He's incredibly quick, business-minded and knows the ins and outs of the space."
"Ghaith has deep knowledge and connections."