Private Equity: Buyouts
USA Guide 2024 : Texas
Band 3
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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is recommended for its national platform and ability to handle large-scale corporate transactions. The firm's diverse practice is particularly adept at representing clients in the energy, technology and financial services spaces. It is also regularly sought after by private equity funds and their portfolio companies.
Work Highlights
- Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP advised Advent International in its $6.4 billion acquisition of Maxar Technologies.
Strengths
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"The firm does so many deals that the lawyers have a great sense of market terms."
"The firm does so many deals that the lawyers have a great sense of market terms."
Notable Practitioners
Richard Frye is a noted figure in the Texas private equity market. His practice is strong in the representation of private equity firms and their portfolio companies in a broad range of transactions.
"Rick is exceptionally well-rounded and hard-working. He keeps apprised of all the latest trends and deal terms which keep us on the cutting edge."
"Rick is very emotionally intelligent and adept at moving a transaction in a no-nonsense practical way."
Dallas-based David Gail is a key partner in the firm's private equity team. He is often seen handling leveraged buyouts and M&A.
"David is incredibly adept on deal management."
"David has a good sense of what our business objectives are and can help us achieve those. He's efficient in his approach and separates the key issues from the noise."
"David's an incredibly thoughtful and detail-oriented lawyer."
James Griffin counsels clients on complex deals such as M&A. He often works with public companies, among other clients.
"Jim is deeply knowledgeable and a straight-shooter. He always gives us a practical response."
"He is a great sounding board and resource."
Jeffrey Malonson has a broad practice that sees him work on issues such as acquisitions and financings. He is particularly adept at handling energy-related deals.