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Ropes & Gray is strong on FinTech corporate transactional matters. The firm advises on significant SPAC transactions and other equity capital markets matters. Its lawyers also help clients to comply with regulation concerning crypto investments.
Work Highlights
- Ropes & Gray represented Bain Capital Tech Opportunities in its growth investment in Ren, a provider of payment technology and services for the philanthropy sector.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ropes & Gray's cross-practice capabilities really set them apart. Regardless of what issue arises, they ensure you have the best person with the most expertise to support their clients."
"With Ropes & Gray, someone with the proper expertise is always available. From the most junior to the most senior, they always have time for me even on the shortest notice."
"They have deep knowledge of the latest developments in the technology, market, and legal aspects, providing tailored advice for the client."
"I engage Ropes for our most complex and sophisticated matters. Ropes have a full suite of capabilities and a deep, international bench."
"Ropes & Gray's cross-practice capabilities really set them apart. Regardless of what issue arises, they ensure you have the best person with the most expertise to support their clients."
"With Ropes & Gray, someone with the proper expertise is always available. From the most junior to the most senior, they always have time for me even on the shortest notice."
"They have deep knowledge of the latest developments in the technology, market, and legal aspects, providing tailored advice for the client."
"I engage Ropes for our most complex and sophisticated matters. Ropes have a full suite of capabilities and a deep, international bench."
Notable Practitioners
Melissa Bender is a partner in Ropes & Gray's asset management group and co-head of the private funds practice. Bender has a strong funds practice advising hedge fund managers on blockchain and digital assets, hybrid structures and formations. Clients especially appreciate Bender's commercial awareness.
"Her legal advice is superb, she has a very good understanding of all of the legal aspects of operating and investing in the industry. She has strong business acumen and offers strong business advice."
"Melissa's advice is always comprehensive and, above all, pragmatic."
"She's extremely intelligent, always in the know on commercial and regulatory developments, is able to understand complex issues and provide real-time feedback. She is extremely responsive."
"Melissa is excellent. She knows the market extremely well. She works tirelessly for her clients and she demonstrates a real commercial sophistication."