Two mergers and acquisitions partners from Paul Hastings, H. Frank Layson III and Erik Belenky, have joined Jones Day, along with three associates.

“I’ve had my eye on Frank and Erik for quite some time,” said Lizanne Thomas, the partner-in-charge of Jones Day’s Atlanta office. “Not only do they each have sterling reputations in their own right, but the feedback we’ve received from clients and friends across the bar is quite affirming.”