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International Edition

Canadian Lawyers Eyeing 'Robust' Deal Scene for Rest of 2024

Interest rate stability and a relatively weak currency are laying the foundation for an uptick in activity.
5 minute read

International Edition

Linklaters and Kirkland Lead on $1.8B Tate & Lyle Transaction

Meanwhile, Weil Gotshal and Skadden have taken roles on a $1.9 billion private equity deal.
2 minute read

International Edition

Africa Deal Round-up: A&O Shearman, Dentons Lead on $1.3B Morocco Project

In another deal in Nigeria, Clifford Chance and Slaughter and May are advising parties on the sale of a majority stake in Guinness Nigeria.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Paramount General Counsel Heads for Exit in Wake of Failed Merger

"Our work doesn't often make headlines or get recognized at glitzy award shows, but you are the heart and soul of this company," departing GC Christa D'Alimonte said in a memo to her legal team.
3 minute read

International Edition

Mexican Drive to Elect Federal Judges Concerns Legal Sector and Investors

Lawyers and investors worry that judges will answer to political parties and that more dark money will influence the judicial system.
5 minute read

International Edition

Raft of Elite Firms Line Up on Multi-Billion-Pound Private Equity Deals For Trophy UK Assets

The investments in London's Heathrow Airport and takeover of FTSE-100 listed Hargreaves Lansdowne have generated roles for the likes of Kirkland & Ellis, Clifford Chance, Freshfields and A&O Shearman.
3 minute read

The American Lawyer

Deal Watch: Antitrust Enforcement Docket Looms Over M&A and Dealmakers

Having the right antitrust attorneys in place for merger clearance is increasingly important for law firms and clients.
8 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Communication—The Often-Overlooked Keystone to Mergers and Acquisitions

Throughout the process of M&A transactions, businesses must consistently think about their long-term goals, the changes that will come with the transaction, and how these changes will affect everyone involved.
7 minute read

Law.com

The Real Impact of the Biden Era on M&A

"Changes in the merger review process has undoubtedly increased the cost and resource burden on merging parties," write Elizabeth Suarez, Kaylynn Moss and Terry Calvani.
13 minute read

International Edition

Japanese Firms Lead as Kirin Offers $1.4B to Make Fancl Whole

Takeover offers and deals have been on the rise in Japan in recent months. Last month, Big Four Japanese firm Nishimura & Asahi also acted for Carlyle Group on its $910 million tender offer for Tokyo-listed KFC Holdings Japan.
2 minute read

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