Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border)
Global Guide 2024 : USA
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As a top-tier New York practice, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is regularly sought out by major private equity firms and global corporations as a go-to firm for advice on international transactional mandates. Primarily handling high-end corporate/M&A deals as well as sophisticated fund formation, financing and cross-border tax matters.
The firm's New York office acts as the main hub of its global work and is known for its representation of an elite clientele on high-end work. It frequently coordinates cross-border work with the firm's other international offices across Europe, Latin America and Asia and with carefully chosen independent co-counsel from other jurisdictions, which significantly bolsters its capabilities in multi-jurisdictional M&A.
The firm is a fine choice for complex transactions in Latin America. David Williams is based in New York and a key contact.
Notable Practitioners
Alan Klein specialises in assisting clients with high-value M&A, among other matters. He is active in a number of industries, with particular acclaim reserved for his handling of technology transactions.
Mario Ponce concentrates on advising corporates, investment banks and private equity firms on a range of transactions. His broad industry expertise includes handling deals in the consumer products, technology and energy spaces.
Ranked Lawyers at
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
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