FEATURED NEWS
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Michael Holston, Former GC of General Electric, Joins Paul, Weiss as Partner
Mike previously served as the senior vice president, general counsel and secretary of General Electric.
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Roark Capital Completes Acquisition of Subway
Paul, Weiss advised Roark in its acquisition of Subway Restaurants, one of the world’s largest quick service restaurant brands.
CLIENT NEWS
IBM to Acquire HashiCorp in $6.4 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss is advising IBM in its all-cash acquisition of leading multi-cloud infrastructure automation company HashiCorp Inc. for $35 per share, representing an enterprise value of $6.4 billion.
CLIENT NEWS
KPS Capital to Acquire Innomotics for €3.5 Billion
Paul, Weiss is advising KPS Capital Partners, LP in its acquisition, via a newly formed affiliate, of Innomotics GmbH from technology company Siemens AG for an enterprise value of €3.5 billion.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Antitrust Partner in Washington
Christopher Wilson, a former trial lawyer of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, has joined the firm as a partner in the Litigation Department.
FIRM NEWS
In Memoriam: Michael E. Gertzman, November 5, 1963 – April 24, 2024
The Paul, Weiss community mourns the loss of our beloved partner, Michael E. Gertzman, who passed away on April 24, 2024, at the age of 60.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Leading Latin America M&A Partner in New York
Maria-Leticia Ossa Daza has joined the firm as a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice in New York. She will be head of the firm’s newly formed Latin America Practice Group.
AWARDS
Scott Barshay Tops MergerLinks List of Leading Dealmakers of 2023
MergerLinks ranked corporate partner Scott Barshay number one on its annual list of top dealmakers based on the value of their announced deals in 2023. Scott handled 10 deals worth about $121 billion, according to the publication.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds M&A Partner in New York
Chelsea Darnell has joined the firm as a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice in New York. She advises public and private companies and private equity firms on M&A, corporate governance matters and activism defense issues.
CLIENT NEWS
Chevron to Acquire Hess in $60 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss is representing Chevron Corporation in its all-stock acquisition of Hess Corporation. Under the deal, valued at $60 billion, including debt, Hess shareholders will receive 1.0250 shares of Chevron for each Hess share.
FIRM NEWS
Leading EU Competition Lawyer Joins Paul, Weiss as Firm Opens Office in Brussels
Henrik Morch will be joining the firm as a partner in its Antitrust Practice, based in the new office the firm is opening in Brussels. Morch will join European antitrust partners Nicole Kar, Annie Herdman, Richard Pepper and Ross Ferguson.
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Kyle Seifried and Scott Barshay Named “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
The American Lawyer recognized corporate partners Kyle Seifried and Scott Barshay as 2024 “Dealmakers of the Year” for their work advising World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) in its $21 billion deal with Endeavor to combine WWE and UFC, forming a new sports and entertainment giant, TKO Group.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Expands European Antitrust Capabilities
Richard Pepper and Ross Ferguson will be joining the firm’s Antitrust practice in Europe. Pepper will split his time between the firm’s London office and Brussels and Ferguson will be resident in Brussels.
2023 IN REVIEW & 2024 OUTLOOK
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SEC Enforcement: 2023 Year in Review
The SEC’s Division of Enforcement had a busy year in 2023. In this review, we highlight important takeaways for the business community from the Division’s activities last year, including aggressive enforcement positions that led to a near-record amount in penalties; high-profile and novel cryptocurrency actions; ESG enforcement actions that foreshadow areas of focus for 2024 and beyond; and developments concerning insider trading, cybersecurity, SPACs and other critical areas.
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The State of U.S. Antitrust Enforcement at the Beginning of 2024
In a consequential year for antitrust enforcement, several significant developments took place in 2023 at the policy level and in individual matters. In this alert, we review the DOJ and FTC’s new merger guidelines and their challenges to public company mergers and private equity-sponsored acquisitions; developments in anticompetitive conduct enforcement and criminal enforcement; and constitutional challenges to the FTC.
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Securities Practice: 2023 in Review
In 2023, the SEC continued to implement Chair Gensler’s ambitious agenda. In this review, we examine significant rulemakings concerning cybersecurity disclosures, beneficial ownership reporting and other topics; statements from the SEC’s Office of Chief Accountant; significant pending SEC proposals, including proposed climate disclosure rules and new SPAC rules; and other updates of interest to public reporting companies and investors.
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Economic Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Developments: 2023 Year in Review
This memorandum surveys U.S. economic sanctions and anti-money laundering developments in 2023 and provides an outlook for 2024. We also outline considerations for companies to strengthen their compliance in this dynamic environment.
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FCPA Enforcement and Anti-Corruption Developments: 2023 Year in Review
In this review of FCPA and anti-corruption enforcement and policy developments over the past year, we examine recent enforcement actions, which remained on pace with the previous year, and we assess multiple important policy developments that are likely to shape transnational anti-corruption enforcement in the coming years.
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M&A at a Glance (2023 Year-End Roundup)
While many forecast that M&A activity will improve in 2024 in light of the stabilization of interest rates and declining inflation, the M&A market was markedly slower in 2023. U.S. and global total deal value fell 11% and 18%, respectively, compared to 2022.
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The Year That Was: Key Cybersecurity and Privacy Developments in 2023 and Issues for 2024
It was another momentous year of developments in cybersecurity and privacy law. What did you miss? See our list of 10 key developments in 2023.
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2023 Year in Review: CFIUS, Outbound Investments and Export Controls
In this review of U.S. regimes relating to cross-border investments and exports over the past year, we examine significant developments regarding CFIUS; efforts to restrict certain outbound investments; and changes to U.S. export controls. We also discuss potential regulatory and legislative trends in 2024, which promises to be another active year.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds M&A Partner in London
Matthew Hearn will be joining the firm as a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice in the Corporate Department, resident in London.
CLIENT NEWS
WWE and UFC Complete $21 Billion Merger, Forming TKO Group
Paul, Weiss advised World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) in its agreement with Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. to form a new publicly listed company, TKO Group Holdings, Inc., comprised of two iconic complementary global sports and entertainment brands: UFC and WWE.
FIRM NEWS
Leading Product Liability and Mass Torts Trial Lawyer to Join Paul, Weiss in Los Angeles
Nationally renowned trial lawyer and litigation strategist Kimberly Branscome has joined the firm as a partner in its Litigation Department, resident in Los Angeles.
AWARDS
Paul, Weiss Named Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year by Chambers USA
Paul, Weiss was recognized in the “Bankruptcy Law Firm of the Year” category of the 2023 Chambers USA Awards, which take into account the achievements of law firms in the United States over the past 12 months.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Leading Asset Management M&A and Secondaries Partner
Asset management transactional specialist James King will join the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department, resident in London. James will advise clients across a full spectrum of fund and sponsor transactional matters.
CLIENT NEWS
General Atlantic to Acquire Actis, Global Infrastructure Investor With $12.5 Billion in Assets Under Management
Paul, Weiss is advising General Atlantic in its acquisition of Actis, a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure, to create a diversified global investment platform with approximately $96 billion in combined assets under management (AUM).
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Enhances PE Capabilities With Market-Leading Teams in London, New York and Los Angeles
Thirteen prominent private equity transactional partners are joining Paul, Weiss to significantly expand its global private equity practices.
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Seven Paul, Weiss Practices Named Law360 “Practice Groups of the Year 2022”
Paul, Weiss won seven Law360 “Practice Group of the Year” recognitions for its achievements in 2022, including in the Appellate, Banking, Fintech, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sports & Betting, Trials and White Collar categories.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Private Equity M&A Partner in London
Oliver Marcuse will be joining the firm as a partner in the Mergers & Acquisitions practice in the Corporate Department. Marcuse advises leading international private equity firms and portfolio companies on a wide variety of transactions.
CLIENT NEWS
Carrier Completes Acquisition of Viessmann Climate Solutions in €12 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss advised Carrier Global Corporation in its strategic acquisition of Viessmann Climate Solutions in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at €12 billion, subject to working capital and other adjustments.
AWARDS
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for 2023 Most Innovative Law Firm in North America by the Financial Times
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in the “Most Innovative Law Firm in North America” category for the Financial Times’ Innovative Lawyers North America 2023 Awards.
CLIENT NEWS
Apollo Funds Complete Acquisition of Arconic
Paul, Weiss advised funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. in their take-private acquisition of Arconic Corporation, a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products.
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Kannon Shanmugam Named “Litigator of the Week” by The American Lawyer for Goldman Sachs Class Decertification
The American Lawyer recognized litigation partner Kannon Shanmugam as a “Litigator of the Week” alongside co-counsel for winning a “blockbuster” Second Circuit decision in a $13 billion securities class action against our client Goldman Sachs. Litigation partner Audra Soloway, who devised our legal strategy, was also recognized in the article.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Launches The Center to Combat Hate to Advance Impact Litigation and Civil Rights Actions Against Hate-Driven Violence
Paul, Weiss announced the launch of The Center to Combat Hate, dedicated to partnering with civil rights organizations and educational institutions to bring impact litigation to confront and redress hate-driven violence and intimidation.
CLIENT NEWS
Coinbase Wins Motion to Compel Arbitration, Staying Putative Class Action Over Stablecoin GYEN
Paul, Weiss achieved a victory for publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase Global, Inc., when the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted Coinbase’s motion to compel arbitration and stay a putative class action concerning the stablecoin GYEN.
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Paul, Weiss Ranks in Top 10 in The American Lawyer’s 2022 “A-List”
Paul, Weiss was ranked sixth in The American Lawyer’s “A-List,” which highlights the most well-rounded members of the Am Law 200 based on revenue per lawyer, associate satisfaction, diversity, pro bono and the percentage of female equity partners.
PUBLICATIONS
Karen Dunn Reflects on Her Landmark Trial Victories in Lawdragon Q&A
Litigation partner Karen Dunn was featured in a Lawdragon “Lawyer Limelights” Q&A highlighting her many trial accomplishments over the past decade.
PUBLICATIONS
Loretta Lynch Discusses Racial Equity and Civil Rights Audits With Law360 Pulse
In a wide-ranging interview with Law360 Pulse, litigation partner Loretta Lynch discussed racial equity and civil rights audits as crucial tools for companies to measure their progress in meeting their diversity, equity and inclusion goals.
Client News
Credit Suisse Publishes Independent Review of Archegos Losses
As reported by the Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal and many other media outlets, Credit Suisse published a 165-page independent investigative report by Paul, Weiss addressing the bank’s relationship with Archegos Capital Management, the family office of Sung Kook “Bill” Hwang, a former hedge fund manager.
PRO BONO
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Paul, Weiss Urges Law Schools to Denounce Antisemitism on Campus
As reported in The New York Times, The American Lawyer and elsewhere, Paul, Weiss Chairman Brad Karp and former Sullivan & Cromwell Chairman Joe Shenker spearheaded a letter signed by 24 leading law firms to 14 top law schools urging them to crack down on discrimination and harassment amid an escalation in incidents targeting Jewish students on campuses across the country.
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Paul, Weiss Launches Dedicated DEI Strategic Advisory Group, Leads NYSBA Task Force on Advancing Diversity
Paul, Weiss launched a DEI Strategic Advisory practice aimed at helping companies navigate the increasingly challenging legal landscape surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies. Underlining our stature in this area, the firm led a New York State Bar Association task force that recently issued guidance to companies and other organizations on preserving diversity.
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Paul, Weiss Sues Smith & Wesson on Behalf of Highland Park Shooting Victims
As reported by The Chicago Sun Times, ABC News, The American Lawyer, Reuters and other media outlets, Paul, Weiss, together with Romanucci & Blandin, LLC and Everytown Law, filed several lawsuits on behalf of victims of the deadly July 4 mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois.
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Leading Law Firms and General Counsel Unite to Condemn State Voter Suppression Laws
Leaders of scores of major law firms, plus general counsel representing many of the leading U.S. companies, have joined together to forcefully denounce restrictive voting provisions introduced by state lawmakers.
CLIENT NEWS
Revlon Obtains Court Approval for Chapter 11 Plan
Paul, Weiss obtained court approval for longtime client Revlon Inc.’s plan of reorganization under chapter 11.
CLIENT NEWS
McDonald’s Wins Proxy Fight With Carl Icahn
Paul, Weiss represented the board of directors of McDonald’s Corporation in its successful proxy fight with activist investor Carl Icahn.
AWARDS
Karen Dunn and Ted Wells Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” List
Litigation partners Karen Dunn and Ted Wells are featured on Benchmark Litigation’s 2023 “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” list, which recognizes the nation’s leading trial lawyers.
Insights
ESG Thought Leadership
Interest on the part of investors and other corporate stakeholders in environmental, social and governance matters has surged in recent years, and the current economic, public health and social justice crises have only intensified this focus. We are committed to providing guidance on critical sustainability and ESG issues for companies and their in-house counsel.
Our Firm
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Hear from the Women of Paul, Weiss
In this video, partners, counsel, associates and alumnae discuss what it's like to practice at Paul, Weiss and the strength of the firm's commitment to gender diversity and inclusion at all levels.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
A Culture of Inclusion
Our firm has been committed to inclusion since its founding — a dedication that has shaped the intellectual and cultural character of Paul, Weiss over many decades. Most elite law firms profess a devotion to diversity and inclusion, but none can match Paul, Weiss’s history of putting it into practice.