Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Andrew Brownstein is a leading practitioner who provides first-rate counsel to clients in major M&A and corporate governance matters. He is active across a great many industries.

Martin Lipton is one of the firm's founding partners, and a long-standing expert practicing at the pinnacle of the corporate market. He is well versed in M&A and the provision of strategic corporate advice.

"Martin Lipton is an icon in the market."

Adam Emmerich exhibits considerable expertise in M&A, securities offerings and governance matters, and represents heavyweight public and private corporations. His broad industry capabilities include experience in pharmaceuticals, energy and technology.

"I've always been really impressed by Adam. He's smart and reasonable."

Daniel Neff garners acclaim for his leading practice which incorporates significant corporate and securities expertise, and is utilized by a stable of public and private companies and private equity firms.

"Daniel is the consummate M&A lawyer. He's always incredibly impressive."

David Katz enjoys a sterling reputation thanks to his years of top-flight representation in corporate transactions and takeover defense matters.

"David is as good as they get."

"The master of activism and takeover defense."

"David is one of the finest lawyers of our generation. He's a terrific, high-capacity M&A savant."

"David is the cream of the crop."

Edward Herlihy has a wealth of experience in significant corporate transactions, including pronounced expertise in those involving banks and other financial institutions. He demonstrates further experience in recapitalizations.

Andrew Nussbaum operates a highly respected corporate practice that is leant upon by clients in significant domestic and international deals. He deploys his expertise in M&A, spinoffs, divestitures and joint ventures, among other transactions.

"Andrew is an incredibly smart lawyer."

Igor Kirman receives praise for his handling of M&A, joint ventures and governance matters on behalf of public and private companies. He is active domestically and internationally, and maintains additional strength in private equity matters.

"Igor is a remarkable lawyer."

Steven Rosenblum sits as cochair of the firm's corporate department and enjoys a solid reputation for his work in M&A, governance and securities issues. His industry focus includes handling deals in the technology space.

Karessa Cain is recognized for her adept representation of major corporations in transactional matters. She has experience advising on domestic and cross-border deals.

"Karessa is very skilled and a trusted adviser."

Trevor Norwitz operates a strong practice concentrated on the representation of public and private companies in their domestic and cross-border transactions. He is routinely engaged to advise on M&A, securities and corporate governance matters.

David Lam is recognized for his sophisticated transactional practice. He routinely advises top flight corporates on bet-the-company M&A matters.

"I hold David in the highest regard. He's a very skilled practitioner."

"David is a real presence in the market."

"David is an outstanding lawyer."

David Shapiro is an active corporate attorney whose practice demonstrates capabilities in M&A and buyouts. He represents clients in the financial services, real estate and media sectors, among others.

"David is a phenomenal lawyer."

Jenna Levine is the subject of much praise from sources, owing to her high quality corporate practice. She advises clients in foremost M&A and corporate governance matters.