Deals & Transactions

Relates to mergers between law firms and big deals law firms handle for clients, including financing of those deals.

International Edition

Linklaters Global Head Duo Lead As Issa Brothers Sell Off KFC Restaurants To Pay Debts

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | December 8, 2023

Skadden once again picked up the mandate for the Issa brothers.

3 minute read

International Edition

A&O, Clifford Chance Advise on Moroccan Sugar Company's Shares Sale

By Alfred Olufemi | December 7, 2023

Both firms have been involved in transactions involving Wilmar's equity in Consumar as far back as 2013.

2 minute read
International Edition

Baker McKenzie, Darrois Villey Maillot Brochier Advise on $1.4B French Bottle Maker Deal

By Christopher Niesche | December 4, 2023

Australia's Orora buys luxury bottle maker Saverglass for $1.44 billion

2 minute read

International Edition

Is Singapore the Answer to US Law Firms' Woes in Asia?

By Jessica Seah | November 29, 2023

Singapore, widely considered a gateway to Southeast Asia, has become a beacon for global advisers and investors over the past few years. But it's not that simple.

4 minute read
International Edition

Law Firms Circle as Controversy Mounts Over Telegraph Sale

By Habiba Cullen-Jafar | November 28, 2023

Firms from Hogan Lovells to Weil are among the legal line-up as an Abu Dhabi-backed fund sparks concerns of foreign influence over domestic media.

3 minute read
International Edition

Australia's Allens and Gilbert + Tobin Advise in $1B Malt Maker Deal

By Christopher Niesche | November 27, 2023

Allens advised the buyer while Gilbert + Tobin acted for United Malt Group.

2 minute read
International Edition

Latham Makes Double Partner Hire From Akin in London

By Jack Womack | November 27, 2023

Fergus Wheeler and Paul Yin will both join Latham's banking practice in London, and are leaving Akin after less than a year with the firm.

2 minute read
International Edition

A Glimpse Into 2024's M&A Market

By Krishnan Nair | November 26, 2023

If the major funds are wheeling towards private credit, infrastructure and energy, then so are the largest law firms, writes The Global Lawyer.

4 minute read
International Edition

Latham and Ashurst Bag Multibillion-Euro Refinancing Deals in Europe

By Anne Bagamery | November 24, 2023

The deals are a rare burst of activity in a market that has been quiet due to high interest rates but could rebound next year as more loans become due, lawyers said.

3 minute read
International Edition

Herbert Smith Freehills and Pérez-Llorca Behind €1.8B Norway-Spain Green Deal

By Alex D'Elia | November 23, 2023

The deal involves Norwegian renewable energy company Statkraft and Spanish engineering and construction business Elecnor Group.

2 minute read
The Recorder

'We Have a Whole Ecosystem': Barbara Borden Reflects on Blockbuster Horizon-Amgen Deal and Life Sciences Deals to Come

By Jessie Yount | November 2, 2023

"It was a career deal for me. Horizon was such an important client to me personally … it's bittersweet. I'll miss them, but I'm happy for the great outcome," said Borden, a finalist for the California Legal Awards' Attorney of the Year.

6 minute read
The Recorder

Where Deal Lawyers See M&A Heading As Attention Shifts Toward Cybersecurity

By Jessie Yount | November 2, 2023

The cybersecurity space, buoyed by remote working and increasing cyber attacks, will provide the best opportunities for dealmaking over the next 12 months, according to a new report.

4 minute read
The Recorder

Tech Industry Advisory Team of the Year Finalist: Sullivan & Cromwell

By ALM Staff | November 1, 2023

Sullivan & Cromwell is a finalist for the California Legal Awards' Tech Industry Advisory Team of the Year.

5 minute read
Delaware Business Court Insider

'When Do We Cross the Line?', Seitz Asks in Appeal of Block's Deal to Acquire Tidal

By Ellen Bardash | November 1, 2023

Block Inc., Jack Dorsey's tech company, is being sued over its acquisition of Tidal, a music streaming service founded by Jay-Z.

4 minute read
Law.com

Skadden, Jia Yuan Tapped to Help Launch Hong Kong's First Billion-Dollar IPO of 2023

By Jessica Seah | October 31, 2023

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and King & Wood Mallesons have also bagged roles on the much-welcomed transaction.

2 minute read
Daily Business Review

Reps & Warranty Insurance is Helping Private Equity Close Deals as Transactions Face Pressure

By Alexander Lugo | October 25, 2023

"It's really helping the M&A marketplace," said Jones Foster senior counsel Kevin Lamb. "I don't think it's going away anytime soon. In fact, I expect it to become more robust."

3 minute read
The American Lawyer

Why More Big Law Firms Are Outsourcing Associate Training

By Dan Roe | October 24, 2023

An increasing number of law firms are questioning whether senior associates and partners are the best people to train associates on foundational skills.

5 minute read
The American Lawyer

Deal Watch: Paul Weiss, Wachtell Lead $53B Energy Deal. How Many More Can We Expect?

By Patrick Smith | October 24, 2023

"There may not be many mega-deals left, but we are likely to continue seeing consolidation in the industry," observed Luis Gomar, partner at Paul Hastings.

8 minute read
The American Lawyer

Deal Watch: Something Is Amiss in Hong Kong

By Patrick Smith | October 16, 2023

Anemic deal activity has law firms adjusting their staff levels and strategy in the region.

7 minute read
Texas Lawyer

Clifford Chance Adds Kirkland Partner, Simpson Thacher Counsel, Continuing Houston Energy Team Buildout

By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys | October 16, 2023

Arriving from Kirkland, Cephas Sekhar is the 11th partner to join in Houston since the office opened in June.

4 minute read

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