
Cementing its status as a market leader in the M&A space, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP has ample experience in the structuring, negotiation, and completion of complex and high-value transactions. With involvement in major deals such as Microsoft’s $75bn acquisition of Activision Blizzard, the New York-based practice routinely represents clients in the infrastructure, tech, and consumer products sectors. Department head Eric Swedenburg counsels clients on various M&A mandates, divestitures, and joint ventures. Anthony Vernace is well-versed in representing private equity firms in M&A, investments, and other significant corporate transactions, while the experienced Lee Meyerson assists elite financial and investment firms on complex mergers. Alan Klein is reputed for his work in guiding boards of directors through high-profile acquisitions. Justin Rosenberg left the firm in April 2024.
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Kernmandanten
- Allen & Overy
- American Electric Power Company
- Apria
- Ascensus
- Avalara
- BellRing Brands
- Bentley Systems
- BlackRock
- Bright Health Group
- CB Richard Ellis Services
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Paramount Global in its $28bn proposed merger with Skydance Media.
- Represented Cisco Systems in its $28bn acquisition of Splunk.
- Represented Microsoft in its announced $1.5bn investment in G42.
Anwält*innen
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Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Eric Swedenburg
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Anthony Vernace; Lee Meyerson; Alan Klein