Corporate/M&A | USA

Michael Boone has a long-standing corporate practice and is highly experienced across the full spectrum of transactional work.

Senior statesperson Neel Lemon represents a broad range of clients in public and private M&A transactions. He often acts for energy and retail clients.

Senior statesperson Scott Cohen of A&O Shearman earns plaudits for his abilities in corporate transactions. He works with clients in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy and aerospace.

Veteran of the Bar Robert V Jewell has a wealth of knowledge as it relates to complex M&A. He continues to be a trusted adviser to clients in the midstream energy space, among other sectors.

Senior statesperson Mark Kelly is well-versed in a host of corporate matters and M&A.

William Finnegan IV is a go-to practitioner for a number of corporate transactions, including joint ventures and M&A. He has extensive experience advising on energy-related MLPs.

Andrew Calder is well-regarded for his strong energy-centric M&A practice. He is expert in handling private equity deals.

Keith Fullenweider is chair of Vinson & Elkins LLP. His leading transactional practice sees him regularly work with the foremost private equity firms.

Jeffrey Chapman is a preeminent figure in the Texas market. He has considerable corporate experience in energy, manufacturing and telecommunications, among other sectors.

Michael O'Leary is expert in an array of corporate transactions, from M&A to securities offerings. He primarily works on deals in the energy sector.

Sean Wheeler is a leading practitioner, noted for his strength across the full spectrum of transactional matters. He is particularly adept at representing clients in the energy sector.

Lande Spottswood is noted for her capabilities handling transactions involving energy, natural resources, and industrial clients.

Robert Little advises on a wide variety of corporate transactions, with particular strength in M&A. He often works with private equity firms.

Stephen Gill typically handles sophisticated high-profile public company M&A.

Matthew Strock is best known for his work with private equity firms and their portfolio companies on transactional matters.

Bill Swanstrom routinely advises on a host of corporate issues and M&A. He currently serves as cochair of the firm's energy group.

Cliff Vrielink is widely acknowledged for his corporate practice that often sees him act in the energy sector. He has strong skills in private equity transactions.

David Buck is recommended for his strength in joint ventures and M&A work. He also handles capital markets deals.

Don Glendenning demonstrates significant strength in acquisitions and dispositions, among other transactions.

Hillary Holmes is active on M&A matters and regularly handles energy-related work. She has further expertise in capital markets deals.

John Pitts handles a variety of complex transactions including M&A and private equity. He has a particularly strong practice in energy deals.

Lyle Ganske has attained a sterling reputation for his abilities in complex corporate transactional matters, born out of his excellent track record advising corporate clients on complex, high-value M&A.

Ryan Maierson is a key partner in the team who handles sophisticated high-value M&A and financing deals. He has further expertise in capital markets and IPOs, SPAC transactions, and corporate governance.

Samantha Crispin represents a range of corporate clients in M&A and private equity transactions. She often works with clients in the communication sector.

Michael Hainsfurther has over 35 years of experience in the field. He acts across industries in M&A and joint ventures.

Alain Dermarkar of A&O Shearman is a growing force in the Texas corporate market, demonstrating particular strength in M&A. He possesses expertise across a broad range of industries, including life sciences and professional services.

Alan Perkins works on corporate and securities matters. His client base includes public companies and private equity funds.

Anthony Speier has strong skills when it comes to advising on transactions involving upstream oil and gas clients. His expertise spans M&A, joint ventures and energy projects, among other matters.

Douglas McWilliams is based in the firm's Houston office and handles a range of transactional work. He chairs the equity capital markets team at the firm.

James Griffin counsels clients on complex deals such as M&A. He often works with public companies, among other clients.

Breen Haire demonstrates capabilities across a range of corporate transactions, most notably in sophisticated M&A. He typically acts within the energy sector.

Mark Solomon is managing partner of Katten's Dallas office. He handles key mandates in the corporate space for both public company and private clients.

Thomas Yang works on a range of transactional matters, including M&A. He regularly handles deals in the technology sector.

Tull Florey specializes in M&A deals in the energy sector. His expertise covers issues such as M&A and joint ventures.

Adam Larson often works on acquisitions, dispositions and joint ventures. He has strong capabilities in private equity deals.

Archie Fallon is managing partner of the firm’s Houston office and cochair of the project finance & investment practice group. He offers clients notable M&A, and joint venture expertise in the fields of energy, transportation, and infrastructure.

Chris Converse often works on high-value deals. He regularly advises on private equity transactions.

Debbie Yee is recognized for her sophisticated M&A practice. She frequently advises leading energy clients on high-value transactions.

Eric Otness of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates is the head of the M&A group in the firm's Houston office. He is noted for his representation of public and private companies and private equity firms in a range of transactions.

Gary Miller advises clients on complex corporate transactional and financing matters, with expertise across a broad range of industries including energy and financial services.

Gene Oshman has broad-based corporate knowledge that incorporates M&A, takeovers and public offerings.

Jack Langlois regularly handles acquisitions, disposals and other M&A matters. He works with clients in the energy sector.

James Cowen is co-managing partner of Porter Hedges LLP. He advises a broad range of clients on M&A and corporate governance matters.

Jeffrey Schlegel has a wealth of experience assisting clients in domestic and cross-border transactions. He heads the firm's global energy practice.

Jeremiah Mayfield is recognized for his sophisticated transactional practice, with expertise in M&A, joint ventures and private equity. He serves as the practice group leader for the Texas corporate, M&A and securities group.

Joe Perillo is an experienced M&A practitioner who is cochair of the firm's corporate and transactional department and chair of the firm's mergers and acquisitions section.

Jonathan Newton advises clients on the full gamut of corporate matters, including M&A, joint ventures and governance matters.

Larry Shosid is an experienced M&A attorney with a strong energy and real estate practice.

Michael De Voe Piazza cochairs the private equity practice at the firm and offers considerable transactional strengths, regularly handling M&A, investment and joint venture matters. He has notable expertise in the energy sector.

Richard Dahlson is noted for his capabilities in complex transactions, including M&A. He regularly handles cross-border deals.

Robert Kimball advises on a host of corporate matters including securities, M&A and governance issues.

Ted Paris has over three decades of experience handling corporate transactions. He often works on energy deals.

Troy Lewis typically represents public companies and private equity clients in transactional matters. His clients include those in the technology sector.

Wesley Williams is recognized for his sophisticated practice advising private equity and corporate clients on a broad array of transactional matters.

Joanna Jung-Erh Lin is recognized for her broad corporate practice, which sees her represent clients in the technology and life sciences spaces.

Lytch Gutmann is an up-and-coming practitioner who counsels clients on complex corporate transactions.

Robert Cardone of A&O Shearman is recognized as an up-and-coming force in the Texas market. His practice includes sophisticated public and private M&A and private equity transactions.

Travis Johnson handles transactions such as acquisitions and dispositions for a diverse range of clients.

Matthew Olson works on a range of matters including private equity transactions.

Tara McElhiney is praised by clients for her excellent work on complex M&A transactions. She is recognized as an associate to watch.