FEATURED NEWS
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Qualcomm Wins Jury Verdict Defeating Arm Chip Licensing Claims
Paul, Weiss won a decisive jury verdict for software and semiconductor giant Qualcomm in a closely watched breach of contract suit.
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Frontier to Be Acquired by Verizon in $20 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss advised the strategic review committee of Frontier Communications Parent, Inc.’s board of directors in the company’s sale to Verizon Communications.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Investment Funds Partner in Los Angeles
Steve Yoo will join the firm as a partner in the Investment Funds Group in the Corporate Department, resident in Los Angeles.
AWARDS
Five Partners Recognized as 2025 “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
The American Lawyer recognized five corporate partners for their leading roles in two of the year’s biggest and most newsworthy deals.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Launches Litigation Practice in London With Arrival of Leading Disputes Lawyer
Richard Hornshaw is joining the firm to lead the European disputes practice in London. Richard, a highly respected litigator, represents a range of financial institutions and major corporates in their most significant and challenging cross-border disputes, with a particular focus on finance and securities law matters, as well as insolvency and restructuring situations.
FIRM NEWS
In Memoriam: Jason S. Tyler, 1983 – 2025
The Paul, Weiss community mourns the passing of our partner, trusted colleague and dear friend Jason S. Tyler, who passed away on March 2 after a lengthy illness.
FIRM NEWS
Paul, Weiss Adds Leading Life Sciences Partner in New York
Jeffrey Osterman has joined the firm as chair of Life Sciences Licensing & Collaboration Transactions and an IP & Technology Transactions partner in the Corporate Department. Jeffrey brings significant experience in the life sciences sector, advising clients on transactions from drug discovery to commercialization, joint ventures and high-value acquisitions.
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Paul, Weiss Named Law Firm of the Year by The American Lawyer
The American Lawyer named Paul, Weiss “Law Firm of the Year” in its 2024 Industry awards, recognizing the strength of the firm’s litigation, corporate and restructuring practices and commitment to pro bono work.
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Karen Dunn Inducted Into American College of Trial Lawyers
Litigation partner Karen Dunn has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers.
CLIENT NEWS
Endeavor Energy Resources and Diamondback Energy Complete $26 Billion Merger
Paul, Weiss advised Endeavor Energy Resources, L.P., one of the U.S.’s largest privately held oil exploration and production companies, in its merger with Diamondback Energy, Inc. in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $26 billion, including Endeavor’s net debt.
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Paul, Weiss Named New York Law Journal’s 2024 Law Firm of the Year
The New York Law Journal recognized Paul, Weiss as “Law Firm of the Year” in its 2024 New York Legal Awards, which annually spotlight the attorneys, judges and law firms making a remarkable difference in the legal profession in New York.
PUBLICATIONS
Transformative Amendments Proposed to Delaware General Corporation Law
A bipartisan coalition of Delaware lawmakers has proposed legislation to amend the Delaware General Corporation Law to restore greater clarity and predictability in structuring controller and other interested transactions and to protect against frivolous litigation by narrowing stockholder access to corporate books and records.
CLIENT NEWS
Apollo Leads $11 Billion Investment in Joint Venture With Intel
Paul, Weiss is advising funds and affiliates managed by Apollo in their joint venture with Intel.
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Paul, Weiss Named D.C. Antitrust Litigation Department of the Year by National Law Journal
The National Law Journal recognized Paul, Weiss and its D.C. team as Washington’s “Litigation Department of the Year – Antitrust” at its 2024 Legal Awards.
CLIENT NEWS
KPS to Sell Eviosys to Sonoco for €3.615 Billion
Paul, Weiss is advising KPS Capital Partners, LP, and its portfolio company Eviosys, a leading global supplier of metal packaging, in the sale of Eviosys to Sonoco Products Company for €3.615 billion.
2024 IN REVIEW & 2025 OUTLOOK
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Economic Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Developments: 2024 Year in Review
This memorandum surveys U.S. economic sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) developments in 2024 and provides an outlook for 2025.
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2024 Year in Review: FCPA Enforcement and Anti-Corruption Developments
In our annual review of FCPA and anti-corruption enforcement and policy developments, we examine recent enforcement trends including the largest number of corporate criminal resolutions since 2020 and a major increase in fines levied, and assess multiple policy developments likely to shape transnational anti-corruption enforcement in the coming years.
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Year in Focus: Key Cybersecurity and Privacy Developments in 2024
In 2024, the cybersecurity and data privacy landscape evolved rapidly as companies worked to keep pace with pervasive cyber threats and evolving regulatory measures. In this review, we discuss 10 key legal developments from the past year that have shaped the data security landscape.
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M&A at a Glance (2024 Year-End Roundup)
The M&A market recovered somewhat in 2024. Both U.S. and global total deal values were up compared to 2023, but deal counts were relatively flat. While some uncertainty exists in the market due to lingering geopolitical tensions, many are optimistic that these positive trends will continue into 2025.
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SEC Enforcement: 2024 Year in Review
In this review, we discuss key enforcement highlights from the past year, such as the SEC’s focus on AI, cryptocurrency and cybersecurity. And we look ahead to the Commission’s priorities in 2025 under the new administration and what that may mean for businesses.
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2024 Year in Review: CFIUS, Outbound Investments and Export Controls
In this review of U.S. national security regulatory regimes relating to cross-border investments and export controls over the past year, we discuss significant developments regarding CFIUS; the imminent and first-ever U.S. outbound investment restrictions; and the increasing relevance of export control authorities to the U.S. national security toolkit. We also predict trends under the new administration for 2025.
CLIENT NEWS
IBM Completes $6.4 Billion Acquisition of HashiCorp
Paul, Weiss advised IBM on its all-cash acquisition of HashiCorp Inc. for $35 per share, representing an enterprise value of $6.4 billion.
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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
Michael Holston, Former GC of General Electric, Joins Paul, Weiss as Partner
Mike Holston previously served as the senior vice president, general counsel and secretary of General Electric and led the company through the recent successful completion of its three-way split.
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.
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Annie Herdman and Brette Tannenbaum Named to GCR’s 40 Under 40 List
Paul, Weiss partners Annie Herdman and Brette Tannenbaum were named to the Global Competition Review’s 2024 “40 Under 40” list, which recognizes the next generation of leading antitrust practitioners worldwide at a time of increasing global focus on competition enforcement and policy.
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.
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Most Innovative Law Firm in North America by Financial Times
The Financial Times has named Paul, Weiss a finalist for “Most Innovative Law Firm in North America” and in three other practice-specific categories as part of its 2024 Innovative Lawyers North America awards.
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.
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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.
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).
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.
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 Recognized by The American Lawyer for Appellate Victory Overturning $440 Million Judgment
Litigation partner Kannon Shanmugam was recognized, alongside co-counsel, in The American Lawyer’s “Litigation Daily” column for overturning a first-of-its kind $440 million judgment against Paul, Weiss client Carnival Corporation and three other major cruise lines.
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.
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.
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.
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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.