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M&A at a Glance (September 2019)
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M&A activity in the U.S. and worldwide weakened in August across almost all indicators. The number of deals fell by 9.5% in the U.S., to 641, and by 21.9% globally, to 2,394. The total value of deals fell by 14.3% in the U.S., to $119.86 billion, and by 21.9% globally, to $259.78 billion. Finally, average deal value decreased by 5.4% in the U.S., to $187.0 million, but stayed flat globally, at $108.5 million.
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 07, 2020
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2020.
M&A at a Glance (June 2020)
- Jun 15, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (June 2020)
We are pleased this month to present our M&A at a Glance in a brand new format. This edition highlights that, while May points to tentative recovery, M&A activity was still markedly lower than in May 2019. Further, activity…
CFIUS Proposes Changes to Mandatory Filing Requirements
- Jun 04, 2020
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CFIUS Proposes Changes to Mandatory Filing Requirements
On May 20, 2020, the Treasury Department issued proposed regulations to fundamentally change the mandatory filing requirement related to a foreign person acquiring control over, or making a covered investment in, a U.S. business…
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Private Equity Controller’s Preferred Redemption Entirely Fair
- May 20, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Private Equity Controller’s Preferred Redemption Entirely Fair
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently held in The Frederick Hsu Living Trust v. Oak Hill Capital Partners that a controlling stockholder and its board designees did not breach their fiduciary duties in connection with the…
M&A at a Glance (May 2020)
- May 14, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (May 2020)
COVID-19 had a marked impact on M&A in April, extending the decline observed in March across all measures. Globally, the number of deals decreased by 24.2%, to 2,036, and total deal value decreased by 44.3%, to $118.34 billion.
CFIUS Imposes Filing Fees
- May 11, 2020
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CFIUS Imposes Filing Fees
On April 29, 2020, the Treasury Department issued interim regulations implementing the new authority under the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (“FIRRMA”)[1] for the interagency Committee on Foreign Investment…
Delaware Court of Chancery Clarifies When Minority, Rollover Stockholders Become Controllers in a Take-Private Transaction
- May 04, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Clarifies When Minority, Rollover Stockholders Become Controllers in a Take-Private Transaction
The court held that two minority stockholders did not effectively become controllers of a company by rolling over their shares in a going-private merger with the company’s majority stockholder.
M&A at a Glance (April 2020)
- Apr 13, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (April 2020)
As would be expected given the current environment, M&A activity globally and in the U.S. declined across almost all measures in March. Globally, the number of deals decreased by 3.2%, to 2,527, and total deal value decreased by…
Delaware Governor Issues Emergency Order Permitting Notice of Virtual-Only Shareholder Meetings by Exchange Act Filing and Press Release
- Apr 07, 2020
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Delaware Governor Issues Emergency Order Permitting Notice of Virtual-Only Shareholder Meetings by Exchange Act Filing and Press Release
Delaware’s governor issued an emergency order permitting Delaware public corporations to re-notice or adjourn annual or special shareholder meetings as virtual-only meetings solely by a filing and a press release.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 06, 2020
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the first quarter of 2020.
An Update on Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak: Early Terminations to Resume
- Mar 27, 2020
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An Update on Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak: Early Terminations to Resume
U.S. antitrust agencies are now resuming the practice of granting early terminations of HSR waiting periods in merger reviews. As we discussed in our memorandum last week, the FTC and DOJ temporarily suspended the practice while the…
Proposed Regulations Issued for CFIUS Filing Fees
- Mar 24, 2020
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Proposed Regulations Issued for CFIUS Filing Fees
On March 4, 2020, the Treasury Department issued proposed regulations implementing the new authority under the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (“FIRRMA”)[1] for the interagency Committee on Foreign Investment…
March 2020 Private Equity Digest
- Mar 23, 2020
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March 2020 Private Equity Digest
Final regulations implementing the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (FIRRMA) recently went into effect. FIRRMA (and these new regulations) significantly expand the jurisdiction of the interagency Committee on…
Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
- Mar 18, 2020
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Merger Review During the COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak
U.S. and E.U. competition agencies have announced temporary changes in their merger review procedures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Significantly, the U.S. antitrust agencies will not grant any requests for early termination.…
The Coronavirus: Certain Considerations for Public Companies
- Mar 17, 2020
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The Coronavirus: Certain Considerations for Public Companies
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to slow commerce, most companies face serious challenges in almost all areas of their businesses. The recent turmoil and volatility of public financial markets has resulted in many…
M&A at a Glance (March 2020)
- Mar 16, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (March 2020)
M&A activity globally and in the U.S. was mixed in February. Overall, the number of deals continued to decline in both the U.S. and the rest of the world, while total deal value showed signs of recovery relative to the low levels…
Business Insights for Navigating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Mar 10, 2020
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Business Insights for Navigating the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Litigation partner and former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson offers insights for business leaders on responding to the current coronavirus (COVID-19).
Is the Coronavirus a Material Adverse Effect?
- Mar 06, 2020
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Is the Coronavirus a Material Adverse Effect?
Currently, the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) would not likely trigger the typical MAE termination right. However, this may change depending on the outbreak’s duration, disproportionate industry or company impacts and whether…
SEC Reporting Companies: Considering the Impact of the Coronavirus on Public Disclosure and Other Obligations
- Mar 04, 2020
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SEC Reporting Companies: Considering the Impact of the Coronavirus on Public Disclosure and Other Obligations
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, SEC reporting companies and their boards need to consider the impacts of the outbreak not just from business continuity and risk management perspectives, but also on their public…
Delaware Court of Chancery Provides Guidance around Special Committee Approvals in Non-Controller Conflicted Transactions
- Mar 04, 2020
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Delaware Court of Chancery Provides Guidance around Special Committee Approvals in Non-Controller Conflicted Transactions
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently confirmed in Salladay v.Lev that conditioning a conflicted (but non-controller) transaction upon approval by a fully empowered, disinterested and independent special committee can restore the…
Final CFIUS Regulations Implementing the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 Are Now in Effect
- Feb 27, 2020
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Final CFIUS Regulations Implementing the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 Are Now in Effect
On February 13, 2020, final regulations implementing the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (“FIRRMA”) (which became law on August 13, 2018) went into effect.
M&A Perspectives: Japan - Focus on Activism
- Feb 17, 2020
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M&A Perspectives: Japan - Focus on Activism
There is no question that activism is gaining traction in Japan. Reports indicate that as of the end of the 2019 proxy season, a record 54 Japanese companies received shareholder proposals for the 2019 annual meetings – a 29% increase …
M&A at a Glance (February 2020)
- Feb 13, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (February 2020)
2020 got off to a slow start in terms of global M&A activity, which declined across all measures in January.
Steven Williams to Speak at AON’S Transaction Solutions Symposium
- Feb 05, 2020
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Steven Williams to Speak at AON’S Transaction Solutions Symposium
Corporate partner Steven Williams will participate in a panel at AON’s upcoming Transaction Solutions Symposium.
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
- Jan 29, 2020
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FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
The Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) has revised the jurisdictional and filing fee thresholds of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (the “HSR Act”) and the Premerger Notification Rules (the “Rules”), based on …
A Review of 2019 U.S. Private Equity Trends and Expectations for 2020
- Jan 23, 2020
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A Review of 2019 U.S. Private Equity Trends and Expectations for 2020
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we take a look at private equity trends in 2019 and possible developments for 2020.
Delaware Supreme Court Requires Stockholders to Comply or Object to Supplemental Information Requests by Deadline
- Jan 21, 2020
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Delaware Supreme Court Requires Stockholders to Comply or Object to Supplemental Information Requests by Deadline
In BlackRock Credit Allocation Income Trust v. Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd. (available here), the Delaware Supreme Court held that two publicly traded, closed-end fund trusts advised by BlackRock Advisors, LLC were not required to…
M&A at a Glance - 2019 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 16, 2020
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M&A at a Glance - 2019 Year-End Roundup
2019 was the strongest year for U.S. M&A activity since 2015, but global M&A activity slowed compared to 2018 levels.
M&A at a Glance (January 2020)
- Jan 15, 2020
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M&A at a Glance (January 2020)
M&A activity declined across most measures in December 2019.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 07, 2020
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2019.
Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A Activity in 2019
- Dec 31, 2019
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Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A Activity in 2019
Corporate partner Scott Barshay is featured in a Wall Street Journal article spotlighting market commentary by six lawyers and bankers involved in the biggest M&A deals of 2019.
M&A at a Glance (December 2019)
- Dec 16, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (December 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and worldwide was mixed in November. The number of deals continued to fall with a decline of 13.5% in the U.S., to 721, and of 7.7% globally, to 2,710. At the same time, total deal value rose by 48.3% in…
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners
- Dec 06, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Seven New Partners
Jonathan Ashtor, Rachael Coffey, Alexia Korberg, Caith Kushner, Kyle Seifried, Brette Tannenbaum and Austin Witt have been elected to the partnership, effective Jan. 1, 2020.
M&A at a Glance (November 2019)
- Nov 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (November 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and worldwide was mixed in October. The number of deals continued to fall with a decline of 11.2% in the U.S., to 744, and of 8.1% globally, to 2,708. At the same time, total deal value rose by 37.5% in…
Recent Delaware Decisions Signal Renewed Focus on Board-Level Compliance Oversight
- Nov 13, 2019
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Recent Delaware Decisions Signal Renewed Focus on Board-Level Compliance Oversight
Breach of the duty of oversight claims against Delaware directors are known as “possibly the most difficult theory in corporation law upon which a plaintiff might hope to win a judgment.”
Paul, Weiss Expands M&A Practice With Hire of Laura Turano
- Oct 21, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Expands M&A Practice With Hire of Laura Turano
M&A lawyer Laura Turano has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department.
M&A at a Glance (October 2019)
- Oct 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (October 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and worldwide declined against many indicators in September, confirming numerous recent reports that dealmaking has taken a downturn.
CFIUS Issues Proposed Regulations for Implementation of the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 – Expanded Jurisdiction and New Mandatory Filings
- Oct 03, 2019
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CFIUS Issues Proposed Regulations for Implementation of the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 – Expanded Jurisdiction and New Mandatory Filings
On September 17, 2019, the Treasury Department released two sets of proposed regulations designed to implement the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018 (“FIRRMA”) (which became law on August 13, 2018), along with a …
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 03, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2019.
September 2019 Private Equity Digest
- Sep 23, 2019
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September 2019 Private Equity Digest
Covenant-lite loans have surged in the last couple of years. In 2018, cov-lite loan volume in the US reached $911 billion, an approximate 26% increase over 2017, and accounting for 85% of leveraged loans in the U.S., the highest…
M&A at a Glance (September 2019)
- Sep 16, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (September 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and worldwide weakened in August across almost all indicators.
Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss
- Sep 09, 2019
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Senior DOJ Antitrust Official Rejoins Paul, Weiss
Andrew Finch has returned to the firm as Co-Chair of the Antitrust Practice Group.
M&A at a Glance (August 2019)
- Aug 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (August 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and globally generally weakened in July. The only bright spots were an increase in the number of deals globally, by 6.9%, to 2,893 deals and an increase in certain sponsor-related and crossborder activity.
Delaware Court of Chancery Bases Appraisal Value on Unaffected Market Price
- Jul 25, 2019
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Delaware Court of Chancery Bases Appraisal Value on Unaffected Market Price
Recently in In re: Appraisal of Jarden Corporation, the Delaware Court of Chancery appraised the fair value of Jarden Corporation to be the unaffected market price of the company’s shares, which was approximately 18% less than the…
Steve Williams Discusses Activist Defense With The Deal
- Jul 23, 2019
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Steve Williams Discusses Activist Defense With The Deal
In a video interview with The Deal's Tom Terrarosa, corporate partner Steve Williams discusses the prevalence of settlements in activism campaigns, why it's so common to settle and some of the most common settlement terms.
M&A at a Glance (July 2019)
- Jul 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (July 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and globally in June was mixed. While the number of deals decreased by 23.7% in the U.S., to 655 deals, and by 13.2% globally, to 2,487 deals, the total value of deals increased significantly, by 122.3% in …
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds Controlling Stockholder Merger May Have Violated Section 203; Stockholders May Enforce Related Standstill
- Jul 10, 2019
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Delaware Court of Chancery Holds Controlling Stockholder Merger May Have Violated Section 203; Stockholders May Enforce Related Standstill
Recently in Arkansas Teacher Retirement System v. Alon USA Energy, Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery (in an opinion by Vice Chancellor McCormick) held, on a motion to dismiss, that Delek US Holdings, Inc.’s acquisition of Alon may…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 09, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2019.
Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
- Jul 01, 2019
- Firm News
Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
Sarah Stasny is joining the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department.
Delaware Supreme Court Finds Directors May have Breached Caremark Duties by Failing to Oversee Compliance Risks; Rules Personal and Business Relationships Undermined Director’s Independence
- Jun 25, 2019
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Delaware Supreme Court Finds Directors May have Breached Caremark Duties by Failing to Oversee Compliance Risks; Rules Personal and Business Relationships Undermined Director’s Independence
Recently in Marchand v. Barnhill, the Delaware Supreme Court, sitting en banc, reversed the Court of Chancery’s dismissal of claims alleging that the directors of Blue Bell Creameries USA, Inc. acted in bad faith by failing to…
June 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Jun 20, 2019
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June 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we continue our discussion with Paul, Weiss M&A partner and Corporate Department Deputy Chair Ariel J. Deckelbaum and Paul, Weiss M&A partner Ellen Ching on GP stakes investing, with …
M&A at a Glance (June 2019)
- Jun 17, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (June 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and globally for the month of May was generally consistent with April levels. The most notable changes in May were an increase in the number of sponsor-related deals by almost 75% to 187 in the U.S. and by …
Scott Barshay to Participate in International M&A Conference
- Jun 05, 2019
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Scott Barshay to Participate in International M&A Conference
Corporate partner Scott Barshay will moderate a panel at the 18th Annual International Mergers & Acquisitions Conference.
M&A at a Glance (May 2019)
- May 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (May 2019)
M&A activity in the U.S. and globally generally fell in the month of April. The number of U.S. deals decreased by 15.6%, to 622, and the number of global deals decreased by 10.3%, to 2,530. However, the total value of U.S. deals…
Supreme Court Passes–For Now–on Rejecting an Implied Private Right of Action for Tender Offer Claims
- Apr 25, 2019
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Supreme Court Passes–For Now–on Rejecting an Implied Private Right of Action for Tender Offer Claims
On April 23, 2019, the Supreme Court issued a one-line per curiam order in Emulex v. Varjabedian: “The writ of certiorari is dismissed as improvidently granted.”
April 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Apr 23, 2019
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April 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we look at current trends in GP stakes investing in an interview with Paul, Weiss M&A partner and Corporate Department Deputy Chair Ariel J. Deckelbaum and Paul, Weiss M&A partner…
Delaware Supreme Court Rejects Reliance on Trading Price in Appraisal Action; Orders Award of Deal Price Minus Synergies
- Apr 19, 2019
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Delaware Supreme Court Rejects Reliance on Trading Price in Appraisal Action; Orders Award of Deal Price Minus Synergies
In Verition Partners Master Fund Ltd. v. Aruba Networks, Inc., the Delaware Supreme Court reversed the Court of Chancery’s exclusive reliance on a pre-announcement stock trading price to determine “fair value” in a statutory appraisal …
M&A at a Glance (April 2019)
- Apr 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (April 2019)
In March, M&A activity remained generally slow in the U.S. but showed strong signs of recovery globally. The total value of U.S. deals decreased by 14.3 percent to $116.21 billion, while the total value of global deals increased…
Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies MFW’s “Ab Initio” Requirement and Partially Reverses Chancery Court Dismissal
- Apr 12, 2019
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Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies MFW’s “Ab Initio” Requirement and Partially Reverses Chancery Court Dismissal
In Olenik v. Lodzinski, the Delaware Supreme Court held that plaintiffs had sufficiently pled facts that the dual protections of a special committee and majority-of-the-minority-vote under the MFW roadmap was not in place before the…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 08, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the first quarter of 2019.
M&A at a Glance (March 2019)
- Mar 14, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (March 2019)
M&A activity in February 2019 generally slowed in the U.S. and globally. Deal volume by dollar value decreased by 25.6 percent to $152.24 billion in the U.S., and by 30.3 percent to $248.57 billion globally. Further, the number of …
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
- Mar 04, 2019
- Publications
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
The Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) has revised the jurisdictional and filing fee thresholds of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (the “HSR Act”) and the Premerger Notification Rules (the “Rules”), based on …
Ross Fieldston to Participate in Tulane Corporate Law Institute
- Mar 14, 2019
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Ross Fieldston to Participate in Tulane Corporate Law Institute
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston will speak on a panel titled “Special Issues Carve-Out Transactions” at the 31st Tulane Corporate Law Institute.
Richard Elliott Participates in CFIUS/Export Control Panel at Georgetown University Law Center
- Feb 21, 2019
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Richard Elliott Participates in CFIUS/Export Control Panel at Georgetown University Law Center
On February 21, International Trade Counsel Richard Elliott participated in a panel discussion concerning CFIUS and export control developments at Georgetown University Law Center.
Betty Yap, Hans-Günther Herrmann and Rui Bu Discuss China’s Draft Foreign Investment Law
- Jan 31, 2019
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Betty Yap, Hans-Günther Herrmann and Rui Bu Discuss China’s Draft Foreign Investment Law
In an article published in China Law & Practice on January 31, corporate partner Betty Yap, counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann and China associate Rui Bu discuss the newly published Draft Foreign Investment Law and its practical…
M&A at a Glance (February 2019)
- Feb 14, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (February 2019)
M&A activity in January 2019 generally increased in the U.S. and globally. Deal volume by dollar value increased by 199.5 percent to $203.96 billion in the U.S., and by 57.5 percent to $354.57 billion globally.
2018 Year-End U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jan 31, 2019
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2018 Year-End U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Chris Cummings and Andrew Foley discuss significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during 2018 that may be of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
January 2019: Private Equity Digest
- Jan 22, 2019
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January 2019: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we take a look at private equity trends in 2018 and possible developments for 2019.
M&A at a Glance – 2018 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 17, 2019
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M&A at a Glance – 2018 Year-End Roundup
2018 was an up-year for M&A as compared to 2017, notwithstanding some weakness toward the year’s end.
Brad Karp and Steve Williams to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
- Jan 23, 2019
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Brad Karp and Steve Williams to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
Firm chairman Brad Karp and corporate partner Steve Williams will participate in the New York City Bar’s seventh annual Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute.
M&A at a Glance (January 2019)
- Jan 15, 2019
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M&A at a Glance (January 2019)
M&A activity in December 2018 declined across most measures. While M&A activity reached 12-month lows both globally and in the U.S., the declines in the U.S. were significantly more pronounced.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 09, 2019
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2018.
Delaware Court of Chancery Invalidates Federal Forum Selection Provisions for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933
- Jan 09, 2019
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Delaware Court of Chancery Invalidates Federal Forum Selection Provisions for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933
On December 19, 2018, the Delaware Court of Chancery (Laster, V.C) held in Sciabacucchi v. Salzberg et al, C.A. No. 2017-0931-VCL (Del. Ch. Dec. 19, 2018), that federal forum selection provisions contained in the certificates of…
Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A in 2018
- Dec 30, 2018
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Scott Barshay Featured in WSJ Article on M&A in 2018
Corporate partner Scott Barshay is featured in a Wall Street Journal article featuring market commentary by the 7 top bankers and lawyers involved in the biggest M&A deals of 2018.
Jeff Marell Quoted in Reuters Article on Potential Drop in M&A in 2019
- Dec 20, 2018
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Jeff Marell Quoted in Reuters Article on Potential Drop in M&A in 2019
Corporate partner Jeffrey Marell is quoted in a Reuters article discussing a potential drop in mergers and acquisitions worldwide in 2019.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
- Dec 21, 2018
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Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article discussing the deceleration of global dealmaking in recent months.
M&A at a Glance (December 2018)
- Dec 17, 2018
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M&A at a Glance (December 2018)
With the exception of sponsor-related transactions, M&A activity in November 2018 generally declined.
Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Dismiss Claims against Conflicted CEO
- Dec 14, 2018
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Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Dismiss Claims against Conflicted CEO
Recently in In re Xura, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery denied a motion to dismiss fiduciary duty claims against the CEO of Xura, Inc. for his actions in negotiating a sale of the company
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners
- Dec 07, 2018
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of New Partners
Paul, Weiss is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2019: Justin Anderson, Robert Britton, David Carmona, Harris Fischman, Christopher D. Frey, Matthew B.…
Directors Denied Corwin Protection Due to “Information Vacuum”
- Nov 29, 2018
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Directors Denied Corwin Protection Due to “Information Vacuum”
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently held in In re Tangoe, Inc. Stockholders Litigation that directors who approved a sale of the company were not entitled to business judgment protection under Corwin v. KKR Financial Holdings LLC…
M&A at a Glance (November 2018)
- Nov 15, 2018
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M&A at a Glance (November 2018)
M&A activity in October 2018 remained mixed, but included more positive indicators compared to September and the general declining trend line so far this year.
Q3 & Q2 2018 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Nov 07, 2018
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Q3 & Q2 2018 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the third and second quarters of 2018 that may be of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
CFIUS Adopts Pilot Program that Imposes Mandatory Filing Requirement for Foreign Acquisitions and Investments Involving Critical Technology in Certain Industry Sectors
- Oct 26, 2018
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CFIUS Adopts Pilot Program that Imposes Mandatory Filing Requirement for Foreign Acquisitions and Investments Involving Critical Technology in Certain Industry Sectors
On October 10, 2018, the Treasury Department announced that the interagency Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”) had used its new authority under the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2018…
October 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Oct 22, 2018
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October 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this issue of the Private Equity Digest, we look at four ways PE firms have adapted to the current competitive environment: (i) engaging in more buy-and-build approaches or add-on acquisitions, (ii) investing in early-stage…
M&A at a Glance (October 2018)
- Oct 15, 2018
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M&A at a Glance (October 2018)
M&A activity in September 2018 was mixed compared to August levels, but generally reflected an overall continuing downward trend starting in April of this year. Deal volume by dollar value decreased in the U.S. by 44.5% to $77.06 …
Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies That “ab initio” for MFW Purposes Means before the Start of Substantive Economic Negotiations
- Oct 16, 2018
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Delaware Supreme Court Clarifies That “ab initio” for MFW Purposes Means before the Start of Substantive Economic Negotiations
In Flood v. Synutra International, Inc., the Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Chancery’s holding that the controlling shareholder satisfied MFW’s “ab initio” requirement by conditioning the deal on the required procedural…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 05, 2018
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Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2018.
Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference
- Oct 07, 2018
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Five Paul, Weiss Partners to Participate in Annual IBA Conference
Corporate partners Mark Bergman, Ariel Deckelbaum, Marco Masotti, Alvaro Membrillera and Tarun Stewart will participate in the International Bar Association’s annual conference.
Steve Williams Discusses Best Practices in Activist Defense With The Deal
- Sep 20, 2018
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Steve Williams Discusses Best Practices in Activist Defense With The Deal
In this video, corporate partner Steve Williams discusses tactics for activist preparedness, engagement and defense with The Deal’s Scott Gamm.
The Financial Crisis 10 Years Later: Lessons Learned
- Sep 15, 2018
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The Financial Crisis 10 Years Later: Lessons Learned
Ten years after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, market participants and other global companies operate in a markedly changed regulatory enforcement and compliance landscape. This memorandum discusses the legal and business…
M&A at a Glance (September 2018)
- Sep 14, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (September 2018)
M&A activity in August continued the recent downward trend in number of deals across most sectors, while showing more mixed results as measured by total dollar value.
M&A at a Glance (August 2018)
- Aug 15, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (August 2018)
M&A activity in July 2018 continued the recent downward trend in number of deals across most sectors and mixed results as measured by deal volume by dollar value.
President Trump Signs CFIUS Reform Legislation
- Aug 13, 2018
- Publications
President Trump Signs CFIUS Reform Legislation
President Trump today signed the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (“FY 2019 NDAA”) (H.R. 5515).
Delaware Court Clarifies When MFW’s Protections Must be in Place Under “Ab Initio” Requirement
- Jul 30, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court Clarifies When MFW’s Protections Must be in Place Under “Ab Initio” Requirement
The recent Delaware Court of Chancery opinion in Olenik v. Lodzinski held that the parties to an acquisition had met the now well-known roadmap for controller transactions to receive business judgment review under Kahn v. M&F…
July 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jul 23, 2018
- Publications
July 2018: Private Equity Digest
This edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest continues our discussion of key considerations for private equity transactions resulting from the new tax law.
M&A at a Glance (July 2018)
- Jul 13, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (July 2018)
M&A activity in June 2018 weakened from last month across most measures, although still generally strong for the first half of the year. The total number of deals decreased in the U.S. by 28.6% to 528 and globally by 17.5% to…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 12, 2018
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2018.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
- Jul 03, 2018
- Publications
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times Article on Global Dealmaking
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article discussing the record-breaking pace of global dealmaking, which reached $2.5 trillion in the first half of 2018.
FTC Seeks Public Input in Advance of Hearings on the Future of Competition and Consumer Protection Enforcement
- Jul 02, 2018
- Publications
FTC Seeks Public Input in Advance of Hearings on the Future of Competition and Consumer Protection Enforcement
The United States Federal Trade Commission recently announced that it will hold a series of wide-ranging public hearings on a number of important competition- and consumer protection-related topics.
Delaware Court Dismisses Misappropriation Claim Against Private Equity Firm for Investing in Competing Company
- Jun 29, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court Dismisses Misappropriation Claim Against Private Equity Firm for Investing in Competing Company
Recently the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed claims that a private equity firm and affiliated funds misappropriated trade secrets acquired from their portfolio company via their director designees and then misused the information …
President Trump Decides Not to Impose New Foreign Investment Restrictions against China; Opts Instead to Support CFIUS Reform Legislation in Congress
- Jun 29, 2018
- Publications
President Trump Decides Not to Impose New Foreign Investment Restrictions against China; Opts Instead to Support CFIUS Reform Legislation in Congress
As an outgrowth of the Section 301 investigation that was conducted by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative concerning China’s laws, policies, practices and actions related to technology transfer, intellectual property and…
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds It “Reasonably Conceivable” That Two Minority Stockholders Form Control Group
- Jun 21, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds It “Reasonably Conceivable” That Two Minority Stockholders Form Control Group
Recently in In re Hansen Medical, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery declined to grant defendants’ motion to dismiss, finding that plaintiff stockholders had sufficiently pled a “reasonably conceivable” claim …
June 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jun 18, 2018
- Publications
June 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss key considerations for private equity transactions resulting from the new tax law. This is part one of a two-part article.
M&A at a Glance (June 2018)
- Jun 15, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (June 2018)
M&A activity in May 2018 generally weakened from last month. The total number of deals decreased in the U.S. by 1.2% to 667 (the second-lowest level in the last 12-month period) and globally by 4.8% to 2,759 (the lowest level in…
Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
- Jun 07, 2018
- Events
Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams Participate in The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Jeffrey Marell and Steven Williams spoke at The Deal’s 2018 Corporate Governance conference, an exclusive gathering of corporate decision makers and their advisors to discuss strategies and challenges …
Stockholders of Parent-Target Not Entitled to Appraisal Rights in Merger Involving Transfer of Control
- Jun 06, 2018
- Publications
Stockholders of Parent-Target Not Entitled to Appraisal Rights in Merger Involving Transfer of Control
Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that stockholders of Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. were not entitled to appraisal of their shares in connection with a reverse triangular merger involving a subsidiary of Dr Pepper and the …
M&A at a Glance (May 2018)
- May 15, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (May 2018)
M&A activity in April 2018, as measured by number of deals, dipped from March 2018 levels in the U.S. and globally across every metric. The total number of deals decreased by 15.2% to 669 in the U.S. and 9.7% to 2,771 globally.
FTC Gets New Leadership
- May 04, 2018
- Publications
FTC Gets New Leadership
Less than a week after the U.S. Senate voted to approve a full slate of new commissioners to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), four of those appointees were sworn in to their new positions.
The Proposed CFIUS Reform Bill’s Potential Impact on Private Equity
- Apr 25, 2018
- Publications
The Proposed CFIUS Reform Bill’s Potential Impact on Private Equity
As the possibility of trade and other protectionist policies looms in the U.S. and globally, we highlight the pending Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act of 2017 (FIRRMA) and its potential impact on private equity.
M&A at a Glance (April 2018)
- Apr 13, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (April 2018)
M&A activity gained momentum in March 2018, capping the strongest opening quarter in the history of M&A at a Glance. In the U.S., deal volume returned to January levels, increasing by 109.6% to $174.10 billion. Globally,…
Taurie Zeitzer Profiled in Diversity & The Bar Article on Women in M&A
- Apr 10, 2018
- Publications
Taurie Zeitzer Profiled in Diversity & The Bar Article on Women in M&A
M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer was featured as a top M&A lawyer in the Spring 2018 issue of Diversity & The Bar magazine.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 06, 2018
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice from the first quarter of 2018.
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds 22% Stockholder to be Controller Due to Unique Facts
- Apr 04, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds 22% Stockholder to be Controller Due to Unique Facts
The Delaware Court of Chancery recently ruled that Tesla stockholder Elon Musk is a controller of Tesla Motors, even though Musk held only 22.1% of Tesla’s stock.
March 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Mar 21, 2018
- Publications
March 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss the complex issues that can arise when parties in private transactions negotiate how to split transaction tax deductions, as illustrated by the recent Delaware…
M&A at a Glance (March 2018)
- Mar 15, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (March 2018)
Despite an increase in M&A activity over the past three months, deal trends in February 2018 retreated towards their 12-month averages, following banner months in November and December, both of which featured some of the largest…
Brad Karp and Scott Barshay to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
- Mar 14, 2018
- Events
Brad Karp and Scott Barshay to Participate in Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute Event
Firm chairman Brad Karp and corporate partner Scott Barshay will participate in the New York City Bar’s Sixth annual Securities Litigation & Enforcement Institute.
Delaware Court of Chancery Uses DCF Analysis to Appraise Merger Target below Deal Price
- Feb 28, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Uses DCF Analysis to Appraise Merger Target below Deal Price
Recently in In re Appraisal of AOL Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery, in an opinion by Vice Chancellor Glasscock, relied solely on its own discounted cash flow (“DCF”) analysis to appraise the fair value of AOL Inc. below the deal…
Delaware Court of Chancery Appraises Company below Merger Price Based on Unaffected Market Price
- Feb 22, 2018
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Appraises Company below Merger Price Based on Unaffected Market Price
Recently in Veriton Partners Master Fund Ltd v. Aruba Networks, Inc., the Delaware Court of Chancery, in an opinion by Vice Chancellor Laster, appraised the fair value of Aruba Networks, Inc. to be about 30.6% less than the agreed…
M&A at a Glance (February 2018)
- Feb 15, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (February 2018)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity in January 2018.
New York Court Declines to Approve Disclosure-Only Settlement, Even Under More Lenient Gordon Standard
- Feb 13, 2018
- Publications
New York Court Declines to Approve Disclosure-Only Settlement, Even Under More Lenient Gordon Standard
The New York Supreme Court recently declined to approve what the court described as a “peppercorn and a fee” disclosure-only settlement in a public company M&A litigation, noting that while until recently most courts would…
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
- Jan 30, 2018
- Publications
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) has revised the jurisdictional and filing fee thresholds of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976.
January 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jan 25, 2018
- Publications
January 2018: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we review private equity M&A market trends from 2017 and look ahead to 2018.
M&A at a Glance: 2017 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 17, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance: 2017 Year-End Roundup
In the M&A at a Glance 2017 Year-end Roundup, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity in 2017. Global and U.S. deal volume decreased 3.2% and 10.5%, respectively, from 2016 levels.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2017 Year-End Roundup
- Jan 17, 2018
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance - 2017 Year-End Roundup
2017 was an active year for M&A, though year-end results did not surpass the records set in 2016.
M&A at a Glance (January 2018)
- Jan 16, 2018
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (January 2018)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of December.
Q4 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Jan 11, 2018
- Videos
Q4 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the fourth quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 08, 2018
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the fourth quarter of 2017.
Delaware Supreme Court Holds Ratification Defense Inapplicable to Certain Discretionary Incentive Plan Awards
- Dec 20, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Supreme Court Holds Ratification Defense Inapplicable to Certain Discretionary Incentive Plan Awards
The Delaware Supreme Court recently held that stockholder ratification of an equity incentive plan that affords directors discretion in making awards to themselves cannot be used to prevent the Court of Chancery from reviewing further …
Delaware Court of Chancery Applies MFW to Dismiss Challenge to Reclassification
- Dec 19, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Applies MFW to Dismiss Challenge to Reclassification
Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery clarified that the MFW framework to invoke business judgment review applies generally to any conflicted controller transaction, including the reclassification that was challenged in the case at …
Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Dell Appraisal Decision, Urging Reliance on Deal Price
- Dec 18, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Dell Appraisal Decision, Urging Reliance on Deal Price
M&A at a Glance (December 2017)
- Dec 18, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (December 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of November.
Delaware Court of Chancery Specifically Enforces Oral Settlement Agreement with Activist Investor
- Dec 12, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Specifically Enforces Oral Settlement Agreement with Activist Investor
Recently the Delaware Court of Chancery used its equitable powers to specifically enforce a disputed oral settlement agreement in a proxy contest resulting in two dissident directors being seated on the company’s board. The court…
Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Fiduciary Duty Claims Despite Inapplicability of Corwin
- Dec 04, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Fiduciary Duty Claims Despite Inapplicability of Corwin
Recently in van der Fluit v. Yates, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed fiduciary duty claims against the board of a company stemming from its acquisition, even though the court concluded that business judgment review did not…
M&A at a Glance (November 2017)
- Nov 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (November 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of October. Global deal volume by total value increased by 1.8%, whereas deal count decreased by 13.7%. In the U.S., deal…
Ross Fieldston and Jonathan Kanter to Speak at Business-Government Relations Council’s Annual Meeting
- Oct 19, 2017
- Events
Ross Fieldston and Jonathan Kanter to Speak at Business-Government Relations Council’s Annual Meeting
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston and antitrust partner Jonathan Kanter will speak on the topic of M&A in regulated industries at the Business-Government Relations Council’s 2017 Annual Meeting.
M&A at a Glance
- Oct 17, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of September.
Q3 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Oct 12, 2017
- Videos
Q3 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the third quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Preferred Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context
- Oct 06, 2017
- Publications
Preferred Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context
Corporate partners Angelo Bonvino and Ted Ackerman co-authored an article, “Preferred-Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context,” for Lexis Practice Advisor.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 04, 2017
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the third quarter of 2017
Larry Witdorchic to Participate in PLI Conference on Tax Strategies in M&A
- Nov 15, 2017
- Events
Larry Witdorchic to Participate in PLI Conference on Tax Strategies in M&A
Employee benefits partner Larry Witdorchic will speak on a panel at the Practising Law Institute’s upcoming conference on 2017 Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings,…
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Developments in China’s Foreign Investment Regime
- Sep 25, 2017
- Events
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on Developments in China’s Foreign Investment Regime
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann gave a seminar to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong on China’s regime for foreign investments.
M&A at a Glance
- Sep 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of August.
Delaware Court of Chancery Extends M&F Worldwide Doctrine to Third Party Transactions with a Selling Controller
- Aug 25, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Extends M&F Worldwide Doctrine to Third Party Transactions with a Selling Controller
Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery extended the Kahn v. M&F Worldwide roadmap for invoking business judgment review in controller buyouts to third-party transactions where the controller acts as a seller only, but is…
China Publishes Official Guidelines on Overseas Investments
- Aug 24, 2017
- Publications
China Publishes Official Guidelines on Overseas Investments
On August 17, 2017, the Chinese Government published new regulatory guidelines regarding overseas investments, the Opinions on Further Guiding and Regulating the Directions of Overseas Investments (the “Guiding Opinions”).
Q2 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- Aug 22, 2017
- Videos
Q2 2017 U.S. Legal & Regulatory Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
In this video, corporate partners Andrew Foley and Ted Maynard discuss the significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the second quarter of 2017 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
M&A at a Glance (August 2017)
- Aug 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (August 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of July.
Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Court of Chancery Appraisal Decision and Directs Greater Reliance on Deal Price
- Aug 07, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Supreme Court Reverses Court of Chancery Appraisal Decision and Directs Greater Reliance on Deal Price
In a recent decision, the Delaware Supreme Court reversed the Court of Chancery’s determination of the fair value of DFC Global Corporation, finding that the Court of Chancery erred in not giving greater weight to the deal price. The …
Steve Williams Discusses Activism Defense With The Deal
- Jul 27, 2017
- Videos
Steve Williams Discusses Activism Defense With The Deal
In this video, corporate partner Steve Williams speaks with The Deal’s Ron Orol about activist defense, including strategies for activist preparedness.
Jeff Marell Discusses Delaware Appraisal Decisions with The Deal
- Jul 20, 2017
- Videos
Jeff Marell Discusses Delaware Appraisal Decisions with The Deal
In this video, Jeff Marell, corporate partner and co-head of the Mergers and Acquisitions Practice, speaks with The Deal’s David Marcus about recent Delaware Court of Chancery decisions in Petsmart and SWS Group and their impact on…
M&A at a Glance (July 2017)
- Jul 17, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (July 2017)
In this month’s M&A At a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of June.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2017
- Jul 17, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2017
M&A activity generally declined in June 2017, both in terms of deal volume and number of deals.
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 10, 2017
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the second quarter of 2017.
M&A at a Glance (June 2017)
- Jun 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (June 2017)
In this month’s M&A at a Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of May.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2017
- Jun 15, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2017
M&A activity showed mixed results in May 2017, both in terms of deal volume and number of deals.
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Vote Coercive and Insufficient to Cleanse Board Action
- Jun 08, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Finds Vote Coercive and Insufficient to Cleanse Board Action
In a recent decision, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that a stockholder vote approving both stock issuances and the grant of a voting proxy to the company’s largest stockholder was “structurally coerced” and therefore…
Recent Delaware Court of Chancery Appraisal Decisions Continue to Highlight Reliance on Deal Price to Determine Fair Value Absent a Problematic Sale Process
- Jun 05, 2017
- Publications
Recent Delaware Court of Chancery Appraisal Decisions Continue to Highlight Reliance on Deal Price to Determine Fair Value Absent a Problematic Sale Process
Two decisions by the Delaware Court of Chancery in the past two weeks reached seemingly disparate outcomes on fair value for the companies involved, but together stand for the general trend of recent appraisal decisions that deal…
Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell to Participate at The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
- Jun 05, 2017
- Events
Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell to Participate at The Deal’s Corporate Governance Conference
Corporate partners Scott Barshay and Jeffrey Marell will participate at The Deal’s upcoming conference, “Corporate Governance 2017: Navigating New Challenges to Value Creation.”
Scott Barshay and Stephen Lamb to Participate at PLI Seminar on Delaware Law Developments
- Jul 21, 2017
- Events
Scott Barshay and Stephen Lamb to Participate at PLI Seminar on Delaware Law Developments
Corporate partner Scott Barshay and litigation partner Stephen Lamb will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s Delaware Law Developments 2017: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know seminar.
May 2017: Private Equity Digest
- May 22, 2017
- Publications
May 2017: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss appraisal risk in private equity transactions and possible ways to address this risk.
Matthew Abbott Speaks on Trends in the Private Equity Market in Forbes Q&A
- May 19, 2017
- Publications
Matthew Abbott Speaks on Trends in the Private Equity Market in Forbes Q&A
In a Q&A for Forbes, corporate partner Matthew Abbott speaks on changes in the private equity market, and addresses mega-buyout funds, the expansion of funds’ geographic focus, the outlook for the economy, and the market’s effect…
Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London
- May 18, 2017
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Adds Prominent M&A Lawyer in London
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that Alvaro Gomez de Membrillera Galiana has joined the firm as a partner in its Mergers & Acquisitions Group, resident in the London office.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- May 16, 2017
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a fiduciary duty claim and a request for a quasi-appraisal remedy in connection with the acquisition of Cyan, Inc. by Ciena Corporation.
M&A at a Glance (May 2017)
- May 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (May 2017)
In this month’s M&A At A Glance, we review the most significant trends in M&A activity for the month of April.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2017
- May 15, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, May 2017
Global M&A activity declined by most measures in April 2017, while the U.S. showed more mixed results.
Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims Because Merger Resulted in Loss of Standing
- May 10, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims Because Merger Resulted in Loss of Standing
In In re Massey Energy Company Derivative and Class Action Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery recently dismissed shareholders’ derivative and putative direct claims alleging that Massey’s former directors and officers caused…
Q1 2017 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
- May 04, 2017
- Videos
Q1 2017 U.S. Legal Developments Affecting Canadian Companies
There was a flurry of U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the first quarter of 2017.
M&A at a Glance (April 2017)
- Apr 14, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (April 2017)
Global M&A activity in March 2017 was generally stronger than in February and also outperformed U.S. activity, where a decline in average deal size overshadowed an increase in the number of deals.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, April 2017
- Apr 14, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, April 2017
Global M&A activity was generally stronger in March 2017 and outperformed U.S. activity, where a decline in average deal size overshadowed an increase in the number of deals.
Betty Yap and Hans-Günther Herrmann Co-Author Article on China’s Insurance M&A Reform
- Apr 12, 2017
- Publications
Betty Yap and Hans-Günther Herrmann Co-Author Article on China’s Insurance M&A Reform
Corporate partner Betty Yap and counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann co-authored an article in the April issue of China Law & Practice.
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Stockholder Vote on Equity Incentive Plan Ratifies Later Awards
- Apr 11, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Stockholder Vote on Equity Incentive Plan Ratifies Later Awards
In a recent decision in In re Investor Bancorp, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that a fully informed stockholder vote approving adoption of an equity incentive plan also ratified subsequent equity…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 05, 2017
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several decisions of significance to the M&A practice issued during the first quarter of 2017.
Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Apply 'Corwin' to Dismiss Post-Merger Claims against Directors in Stockholder-Approved Merger
- Apr 04, 2017
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Declines to Apply 'Corwin' to Dismiss Post-Merger Claims against Directors in Stockholder-Approved Merger
In a recent decision in In re Saba Software, Inc. Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery demonstrates the limits of the application of the business judgment rule under Corwin v. KKR Financial Holdings LLC. The court…
Rick Rule to Participate at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Conference
- May 18, 2017
- Events
Rick Rule to Participate at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Conference
Litigation partner Rick Rule will speak at the Institute for Energy Law’s Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures conference.
Ross Fieldston Participates in Tulane University Law School’s Annual Corporate Law Institute
- Mar 30, 2017
- Events
Ross Fieldston Participates in Tulane University Law School’s Annual Corporate Law Institute
Corporate partner Ross Fieldston participated in a panel at Tulane University Law School’s 29th Annual Corporate Law Institute.
M&A at a Glance (March 2017)
- Mar 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (March 2017)
M&A activity generally declined in February 2017, both globally and in the U.S. Total deal volume, as measured by dollar value, decreased globally by 30.1% to $202.45 billion, and in the U.S. by 3.7% to $106.47 billion.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2017
- Mar 15, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, March 2017
M&A activity generally declined in February 2017, with total deal volume and the number of transactions falling in the U.S. and globally.
M&A at a Glance (February 2017)
- Feb 15, 2017
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (February 2017)
M&A activity showed mixed results in January 2017, with the global market generally down and the U.S. market generally up.
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
- Jan 26, 2017
- Publications
FTC Announces New Hart-Scott-Rodino and Clayton Act Section 8 Thresholds
The Federal Trade Commission has revised upwards the jurisdictional and filing fee thresholds of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act and the Premerger Notification Rules. The new minimum size of transaction threshold will …
Judie Ng Shortell Examines Global Trends Fueling Chinese Deal Activity
- Jan 17, 2017
- Publications
Judie Ng Shortell Examines Global Trends Fueling Chinese Deal Activity
In a Q&A titled "M&A Madness," corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell discusses the hottest trends fueling Chinese deal activity, solutions to top regulatory issues and vital tips for foreign and domestic M&A parties.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, January 2017
- Jan 18, 2017
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, January 2017
While 2016 was strong overall, M&A activity in December 2016 was mixed.
Why Anti-Corruption Due Diligence Is Important in M&A Transactions
- Jan 12, 2017
- Videos
Why Anti-Corruption Due Diligence Is Important in M&A Transactions
Enforcement of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and other international anti-corruption laws is increasing dramatically. In 2016 alone, DOJ and the SEC collected a record-shattering total of nearly $2.5 billion to…
2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
- Jan 09, 2017
- Publications
2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
The following is a roundup of significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during 2016 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Complaint Seeking Quasi-Appraisal Remedy Based on Post-Closing Disclosure Claims
- Jan 06, 2017
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Complaint Seeking Quasi-Appraisal Remedy Based on Post-Closing Disclosure Claims
In In re United Capital Corp. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery granted the defendants' motion to dismiss a complaint filed by a former minority stockholder of United Capital Corporation seeking "quasi-appraisal" …
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jan 06, 2017
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several Delaware cases of significance to the M&A practice.
Client Alert: Reported Foreign Exchange Restrictions in China Affect Outward Remittances
- Dec 20, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Reported Foreign Exchange Restrictions in China Affect Outward Remittances
Chinese media have recently reported delays in remittance of funds for outbound direct investment transactions, as well as certain other forms of repatriations of funds out of China due to enhanced enforcement of foreign exchange…
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (December 2016)
- Dec 16, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (December 2016)
After the spike in activity due to megadeals in October, M&A activity returned in November to more normalized levels both in deal volume and number of deals. Total deal volume in the U.S. and globally declined in November…
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on China’s Foreign Direct Investment Reform
- Dec 05, 2016
- Events
Hans-Günther Herrmann Speaks on China’s Foreign Direct Investment Reform
Corporate counsel Hans-Günther Herrmann gave a seminar to the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Hong Kong on recent trends and developments in China's Foreign Direct Investment and Foreign Invested Enterprises reforms.
M&A at a Glance (November 2016)
- Nov 15, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (November 2016)
M&A volume in October 2016 increased to record levels, as measured by total dollar value, largely due to a spike in the number of megadeals, with eight October deals valued at or above $10 billion dollars. Total deal volume…
Client Alert: SEC Proposes Mandatory Universal Proxies in Contested Elections and Voting Procedure Enhancements
- Oct 31, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: SEC Proposes Mandatory Universal Proxies in Contested Elections and Voting Procedure Enhancements
The Securities and Exchange Commission has voted 2 to 1 to propose to require the use of universal proxy cards by both companies and dissidents in contested director elections. While both sides would still be able to use…
October 2016: Private Equity Digest
- Oct 21, 2016
- Publications
October 2016: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we discuss China-U.S. crossborder deal risks for U.S. sellers and possible ways to address those risks.
Client Alert: Q3 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
- Oct 20, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Q3 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
The following is our summary of significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the third quarter of 2016 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
M&A at a Glance (October 2016)
- Oct 14, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (October 2016)
M&A activity in September 2016 rebounded across most metrics as compared to August 2016, both in the U.S. and globally.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Applies Business Judgment Rule to Going-Private Transaction Based on 'M&F Worldwide'
- Oct 13, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Applies Business Judgment Rule to Going-Private Transaction Based on 'M&F Worldwide'
In In re Books-A-Million, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed the fiduciary duty claims of former minority stockholders following a going-private, squeeze-out merger because the transaction…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Oct 07, 2016
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several cases of significance to the M&A practice, including Narayanan v. Sutherland, Larkin v. Shah, In re Riverstone National, Inc. Stockholder…
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Disclosure Claims for Failure to Show Disloyalty or Bad Faith
- Oct 04, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Disclosure Claims for Failure to Show Disloyalty or Bad Faith
In Nguyen v. Barrett, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed post-closing claims that the board acted disloyally or in bad faith by failing to make the challenged disclosures.
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at ALM Corporate Counsel Forum
- Sep 20, 2016
- Events
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at ALM Corporate Counsel Forum
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell will take part in ALM's annual Corporate Counsel Forum Beijing.
Scott Barshay to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics for In-House Counsel Event
- Oct 05, 2016
- Events
Scott Barshay to Participate in PLI’s Hot Topics for In-House Counsel Event
Corporate partner Scott Barshay will speak at the Practising Law Institute's "Hot Topics for In-House Counsel" seminar.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, September 2016
- Sep 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, September 2016
M&A activity in August 2016 declined across most metrics both in the U.S. and globally.
Corporate Partners Contribute Article to The CLS Blue Sky Blog
- Sep 07, 2016
- Publications
Corporate Partners Contribute Article to The CLS Blue Sky Blog
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Ariel Deckelbaum, Ross Fieldston, Stephen Lamb and Jeffrey Marell co-authored a client memorandum that was featured on The CLS Blue Sky Blog, Columbia Law School's blog on corporations and capital…
Kaye Yoshino to Speak at ABA’s International Law Conference in Japan
- Oct 18, 2016
- Events
Kaye Yoshino to Speak at ABA’s International Law Conference in Japan
Corporate partner Kaye Yoshino will take part in the 2016 Fall Meeting of the American Bar Association's Section of International Law.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Merger Challenge Due to Fully Informed Stockholder Approval
- Sep 01, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Post-Closing Merger Challenge Due to Fully Informed Stockholder Approval
In Larkin v. Shah issued last week, the Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a stockholder challenge to a merger due to the cleansing effect of fully informed stockholder approval, applying the Delaware Supreme Court's recent…
M&A at a Glance (August 2016)
- Aug 15, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (August 2016)
M&A activity declined by most measures in July 2016. Deal volume, as measured by dollar value, decreased in the U.S. by 25.8% to $126.52 billion, and globally by 2.3% to $326.23 billion. The total number of deals…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, August 2016
- Aug 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, August 2016
M&A activity declined by most measures in July 2016. In this video, corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum discusses the latest changes in U.S., global and sponsor-related M&A activity.
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times on Decline in U.S. Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers
- Aug 02, 2016
- Publications
Scott Barshay Quoted in Financial Times on Decline in U.S. Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article titled "US Lawsuits Contesting Takeovers Plunge After Trulia Ruling."
Paul, Weiss Adds Four Prominent Antitrust Lawyers
- Aug 04, 2016
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Adds Four Prominent Antitrust Lawyers
Charles F. (Rick) Rule, Jonathan S. Kanter, Joseph J. Bial and Andrew J. Forman have joined the firm as partners in its Antitrust Group, resident in Washington, D.C.
Client Alert: Q2 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
- Aug 01, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Q2 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
The following is our summary of significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the second quarter of 2016 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
U.S. Justice Department Requires Restructuring of Transaction Involving Foreign Entities to Address Section 8 Interlocking Directorates Concern
- Jul 19, 2016
- Publications
U.S. Justice Department Requires Restructuring of Transaction Involving Foreign Entities to Address Section 8 Interlocking Directorates Concern
On July 14, 2016, the United States Department of Justice announced that it had concerns that a transaction involving two foreign electronic trading platforms would have, as originally structured, violated Section 8 of the…
Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit
- Jul 15, 2016
- Publications
Scott Barshay Quoted in FT Article About UK M&A Opportunities After Brexit
Corporate partner Scott Barshay was quoted in a Financial Times article, titled "UK M&A Opportunities Open up After Brexit," which discusses whether falling share prices and the devaluation of sterling is lifting…
Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations
- Jul 12, 2016
- Publications
Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir Co-Author Article on Effects of Brexit on Public Disclosure Obligations
London-based corporate partners Mark Bergman and David Lakhdhir co-authored a client memorandum, titled "Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies," that was featured in the July issues of Insights: The…
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2016
- Jul 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, July 2016
M&A activity in June 2016 was relatively flat, compared to the last two months. In this video, corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum discusses the latest changes in U.S., global and sponsor-related M&A activity.
Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies
- Jul 12, 2016
- Publications
Brexit: Disclosure Implications for SEC Reporting Companies
In the short period since the June 23 UK referendum on whether to remain in, or leave, the European Union, the United Kingdom has faced a remarkable range of political, monetary, economic and even constitutional…
Corporate Partners Co-Author Article on the Delaware Court of Chancery’s Ruling in In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation
- Jul 06, 2016
- Publications
Corporate Partners Co-Author Article on the Delaware Court of Chancery’s Ruling in In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation
Corporate partners Scott Barshay, Ariel Deckelbaum, Ross Fieldston, Stephen Lamb and Jeffrey Marell authored a client memorandum, titled "Expansion of the BJR to Stockholder Approval of 'Medium Form' Mergers."
Client Alert: Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Jul 06, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss the 2016 Amendments to the Delaware General Corporation Law as well as several cases of significance to the M&A practice, including In re Appraisal …
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Tendering Stockholders in a “Medium Form” Merger Have the Same Cleansing Effect as
- Jul 05, 2016
- Publications
Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Tendering Stockholders in a “Medium Form” Merger Have the Same Cleansing Effect as
In In re Volcano Corporation Stockholder Litigation, the Delaware Court of Chancery held that the acceptance of a first-step tender offer by fully informed, disinterested, uncoerced stockholders representing a majority of a…
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Outside Counsel’s Refusal to Render Tax Opinion Required for Closing of Merger Was in Good Faith and Permits Termination of Merger Agreement
- Jun 29, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Outside Counsel’s Refusal to Render Tax Opinion Required for Closing of Merger Was in Good Faith and Permits Termination of Merger Agreement
In The Williams Companies, Inc. v. Energy Transfer Equity, L.P., et al., the Delaware Court of Chancery held that an acquirer in a merger did not fail to use "commercially reasonable efforts" to obtain a tax opinion from its tax…
Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?
- Jul 06, 2016
- Publications
Brexit: What Comes Next? What Are the Potential Consequences?
On June 23, 2016 voters in the United Kingdom were asked in a referendum whether the UK should remain a member of the European Union or leave the EU. By a vote of 51.9% to 48.1%, the voters opted to leave.
Litigation Partners Author Article on Dell Appraisal Decision
- Jun 21, 2016
- Publications
Litigation Partners Author Article on Dell Appraisal Decision
Litigation partners Lewis Clayton and Stephen Lamb co-authored a client memorandum that was featured on the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation website.
M&A at a Glance (June 2016)
- Jun 15, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (June 2016)
The M&A market continued to stabilize in May 2016, after what has been a slow start to the year.
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2016
- Jun 15, 2016
- Videos
Video Summary: M&A at a Glance, June 2016
The M&A market continued to stabilize in May 2016, after a slow start to the year.
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Board’s Decision to Disregard Speculative Projections Did Not Support Claim of Bad Faith
- May 25, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Court of Chancery Holds That Board’s Decision to Disregard Speculative Projections Did Not Support Claim of Bad Faith
In In re Chelsea Therapeutics International Ltd. Stockholder Litigation, the Court of Chancery dismissed claims that the board of a target company acted in bad faith and breached its duty of loyalty by instructing its financial…
M&A at a Glance (May 2016)
- May 16, 2016
- Publications
M&A at a Glance (May 2016)
The M&A market was mixed in April 2016, with the U.S. market generally faring better than the global market.
Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Aiding and Abetting Claim against Financial Advisor Where Merger is Approved by Fully Informed, Disinterested Stockholder Vote
- May 12, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of Aiding and Abetting Claim against Financial Advisor Where Merger is Approved by Fully Informed, Disinterested Stockholder Vote
In Singh v. Attenborough, the Delaware Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of breach of fiduciary duty claims against directors of a target corporation and aiding and abetting claims against the target's financial advisor in…
Client Alert: New York Court of Appeals Adopts Delaware’s Roadmap for Business Judgment Review
- May 09, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: New York Court of Appeals Adopts Delaware’s Roadmap for Business Judgment Review
In the recent decision of In the Matter of Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. S'holder Litig., the New York Court of Appeals adopted for New York corporations Delaware's standard of review for controlling stockholder going-private…
Client Alert: Q1 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
- Apr 27, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Q1 2016 U.S. Legal and Regulatory Developments
The following is our summary of significant U.S. legal and regulatory developments during the first quarter of 2016 of interest to Canadian companies and their advisors.
April 2016: Private Equity Digest
- Apr 19, 2016
- Publications
April 2016: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we take a look at the possibly revived PIPEs market and discuss key considerations for private equity investors looking to put capital to work in this space.
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (April 2016)
- Apr 18, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: M&A at a Glance (April 2016)
Despite an encouraging February, M&A activity in March 2016 resumed its recent downtrend across all metrics, both in the U.S. and globally.
Client Alert: Treasury Issues Inversion Regulations, Proposes Sweeping Changes to Debt/Equity Classification
- Apr 11, 2016
- Publications
Client Alert: Treasury Issues Inversion Regulations, Proposes Sweeping Changes to Debt/Equity Classification
On April 4, 2016, as the most recent step in its ongoing battle against inversion transactions, the U.S. Department of Treasury issued both new temporary and proposed regulations addressing certain inversion and post-inversion…
Delaware M&A Quarterly
- Apr 04, 2016
- Publications
Delaware M&A Quarterly
In this issue of the Paul, Weiss Delaware M&A Quarterly, we discuss several cases of significance to the M&A practice, including In re Trulia, Inc. Stockholders Litigation, Johnson v. Driscoll, FdG Logistics LLC v.…
Awards & Recognition
KPS Capital Wins “Turnaround Deal of the Year” Award From Buyouts Magazine
- Apr 06, 2020
- Awards
KPS Capital Wins “Turnaround Deal of the Year” Award From Buyouts Magazine
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital won an award for “Turnaround Deal of the Year” from Buyouts magazine for its successful rebuilding of a former portfolio company, Chassis Brakes International Group.
Bob Schumer and Paul Basta Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
- Mar 23, 2020
- Awards
Bob Schumer and Paul Basta Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
Corporate partner Bob Schumer and restructuring partner Paul Basta have been named American Lawyer “Dealmakers of the Year.”
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
- Mar 05, 2020
- Awards
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
Two Paul, Weiss transactions have been named 2019 “Deals of the Year” by the China Business Law Journal. The firm was recognized for its representation of China-based utilities company State Grid International Development Limited in…
Rachael Coffey Profiled by The Deal as a Rising Star
- Feb 05, 2020
- Awards
Rachael Coffey Profiled by The Deal as a Rising Star
Corporate partner Rachael Coffey was profiled by The Deal as a “Rising Star” in the ranks of M&A lawyers at major law firms.
Law360 Recognizes Two Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
- Jan 15, 2020
- Awards
Law360 Recognizes Two Paul, Weiss Practice Groups Among the Year’s Best
Paul, Weiss was recognized by Law360 with “Practice Group of the Year” awards in the Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions categories.
Betty Yap and Greg Liu Listed on China Business Law Journal’s 2019 “A List”
- Jan 09, 2020
- Awards
Betty Yap and Greg Liu Listed on China Business Law Journal’s 2019 “A List”
Corporate partners Betty Yap and Greg Liu have been listed on China Business Law Journal’s annual "A List" for 2019.
Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers List
- Dec 11, 2019
- Awards
Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers List
Corporate partners Ariel Deckelbaum and Michael Vogel are featured in Variety’s 2019 Dealmakers List.
Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer Recognized by Business Insider as Top Private Equity Dealmakers
- Dec 11, 2019
- Awards
Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer Recognized by Business Insider as Top Private Equity Dealmakers
Corporate partners Matt Abbott, Angelo Bonvino and Taurie Zeitzer are recognized by Business Insider as top private equity dealmakers.
Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Nov 12, 2019
- Awards
Seven Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Firm chairman Brad Karp and partners Scott Barshay, Paul Basta, Harris Freidus, Lorin Reisner, Rick Rule and Taurie Zeitzer have been honored with Law360 2019 MVP Awards, which recognize an elite slate of attorneys who have…
Robert Schumer Named Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
- Nov 08, 2019
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
Corporate chair Robert Schumer was recognized as a Sports & Entertainment Trailblazer by The National Law Journal.
Paul, Weiss Named “Private Equity Legal Advisor of the Year” by Mergermarket for Chinese M&A
- Oct 21, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Named “Private Equity Legal Advisor of the Year” by Mergermarket for Chinese M&A
Paul, Weiss was awarded “Private Equity Legal Adviser of the Year” by Mergermarket at its annual China M&A Awards event in Shanghai.
Paul, Weiss Receives “Outbound Deal of the Year” at China Law & Practice Awards
- Sep 19, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives “Outbound Deal of the Year” at China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss received “Outbound Deal of the Year” at the 13th annual China Law & Practice awards.
Paul, Weiss Receives Two FinanceAsia China Awards 2019
- Sep 10, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Receives Two FinanceAsia China Awards 2019
Paul, Weiss received two honors at the FinanceAsia China Awards 2019.
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Energy & Industrials “Deal of the Year” by The Deal
- Jun 20, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Energy & Industrials “Deal of the Year” by The Deal
Paul, Weiss was recognized by The Deal for its work advising the board of directors of the Harris Corporation in a merger with L3 Technologies, Inc.
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Legal Impact Report
- Apr 11, 2019
- Awards
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Legal Impact Report
Corporate partner Robert Schumer, litigation partners Jay Cohen and Jonathan Kanter, and entertainment/intellectual property partner Chuck Googe were featured in Variety’s 2019 Legal Impact Report.
Brian Scrivani Named Rising Star by The Deal
- Mar 29, 2019
- Awards
Brian Scrivani Named Rising Star by The Deal
Corporate partner Brian Scrivani was profiled in The Dealmaker Quarterly as one of the brightest newcomers to the ranks of M&A partners at major law firms.
Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss Recognized at The Deal Awards Middle Market
- Mar 28, 2019
- Awards
Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss Recognized at The Deal Awards Middle Market
Corporate partner Angelo Bonvino and Paul, Weiss have been recognized with several awards as part of the inaugural The Deal Awards Middle Market.
Scott Barshay and Rick Rule Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
- Mar 25, 2019
- Awards
Scott Barshay and Rick Rule Recognized as “Dealmakers of the Year” by The American Lawyer
Corporate partner Scott Barshay and litigation partner Rick Rule have been named American Lawyer “Dealmakers of the Year.”
Paul, Weiss Partners Receive Law360 Distinguished Writing Award
- Feb 26, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Partners Receive Law360 Distinguished Writing Award
Firm chairman Brad Karp, corporate partner Mark Bergman and litigation partners Susanna Buergel, Roberto Gonzalez, Jane O’Brien and Elizabeth Sacksteder have been selected to receive the Law360 Distinguished Writing Award at the 2019…
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
- Feb 13, 2019
- Awards
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year
The China Business Law Journal has named two Paul, Weiss transactions as 2018 “Deals of the Year.”
Paul, Weiss Ranked 1st in Global Legal Rankings by Bloomberg and Mergermarket
- Jan 10, 2019
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked 1st in Global Legal Rankings by Bloomberg and Mergermarket
Paul, Weiss ranked 1st among U.S. firms and 2nd among international firms for China announced deals, by deal count, in Bloomberg’s 2018 Global M&A Legal Rankings.
Taurie Zeitzer Listed Among The Deal’s “Powerhouse 20” Top Women in M&A
- Dec 19, 2018
- Awards
Taurie Zeitzer Listed Among The Deal’s “Powerhouse 20” Top Women in M&A
Corporate partner Taurie Zeitzer is featured in The Deal’s “Women in M&A: The Powerhouse 20,” a list identifying 20 female M&A lawyers and bankers at the top of their professions.
Robert Schumer Named M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
- Nov 06, 2018
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal
Corporate partner Robert Schumer was recognized as an M&A Trailblazer by The National Law Journal.
The Deal Recognizes Paul, Weiss With Three Awards
- Jun 22, 2018
- Awards
The Deal Recognizes Paul, Weiss With Three Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized by The Deal in three categories in the 2018 Deal Awards
Taurie Zeitzer Named Best in Private Equity at Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards
- Jun 07, 2018
- Awards
Taurie Zeitzer Named Best in Private Equity at Euromoney LMG Americas Women in Business Law Awards
M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer was named “Best in Private Equity” at the seventh annual Euromoney Legal Media Group (LMG) Women in Business Law awards.
Robert Schumer Named "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal
- Jun 14, 2018
- Awards
Robert Schumer Named "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal
Corporate partner Robert Schumer was recognized as a 2018 "Distinguished Leader" by the New York Law Journal.
Paul, Weiss Recognized by M&A Advisor
- May 07, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Recognized by M&A Advisor
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at the M&A Advisor’s 10th annual International M&A Awards.
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
- Mar 16, 2018
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Named Deal of the Year by Asia Business Law Journal
HP’s acquisition of Samsung’s printer business for $1.05 billion, in which Paul, Weiss represented HP, has been recognized as one of the Asia Business Law Journal’s “Deals of the Year.”
Judie Ng Shortell Awarded Commended External Counsel of the Year
- Mar 09, 2018
- Awards
Judie Ng Shortell Awarded Commended External Counsel of the Year
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell was recognized by In-House Community as a “Commended External Counsel of the Year.”
Five Paul, Weiss Deals Make Lexpert’s Top 10 Canadian Deals of 2017
- Feb 05, 2018
- Awards
Five Paul, Weiss Deals Make Lexpert’s Top 10 Canadian Deals of 2017
Paul, Weiss set a new firm record on Canadian legal publication Lexpert’s annual list of top-10 deals of the past year.
Valerie Radwaner, Audra Soloway and Taurie Zeitzer Named Leading Women Lawyers in NYC
- Dec 20, 2017
- Awards
Valerie Radwaner, Audra Soloway and Taurie Zeitzer Named Leading Women Lawyers in NYC
Deputy Chair and corporate partner Valerie Radwaner, litigation partner Audra Soloway and M&A partner Taurie Zeitzer were named to Crain’s New York Business’ inaugural list of Leading Women Lawyers in New York City.
Paul, Weiss Partners and Matters Recognized By FT Innovative Lawyers - North America
- Dec 13, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Partners and Matters Recognized By FT Innovative Lawyers - North America
Litigation partner Nick Groombridge, corporate partner Scott Barshay and Paul, Weiss were recognized by the Financial Times in an annual feature recognizing this year’s most innovative North American law firms and lawyers.
Paul, Weiss Transaction Awarded Best Singapore Deal
- Dec 04, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Transaction Awarded Best Singapore Deal
A Paul, Weiss transaction was awarded the “Best Singapore Deal” at FinanceAsia’s annual Achievement Awards.
Paul, Weiss Honored with Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Nov 09, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Honored with Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been recognized with Asia Women in Business Law Awards by the Euromoney Legal Media Group.
Judie Ng Shortell Named a Top-15 Female Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
- Oct 30, 2017
- Awards
Judie Ng Shortell Named a Top-15 Female Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell was recognized as one of the Top 15 Female Lawyers in China by Asian Legal Business.
Ellen Ching Named to Private Funds Management’s 30 Under 40
- Oct 05, 2017
- Awards
Ellen Ching Named to Private Funds Management’s 30 Under 40
Private Funds Management (pfm) named corporate partner Ellen Ching to its “30 Under 40” list, which recognizes the top 30 private fund lawyers under the age of 40.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Sep 18, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Corporate partner Betty Yap was shortlisted by Euromoney Legal Media Group in the in the “Best in M&A and Private Equity” category.
Ellen Ching and Jaren Janghorbani Named Rising Stars by New York Law Journal
- Jul 26, 2017
- Awards
Ellen Ching and Jaren Janghorbani Named Rising Stars by New York Law Journal
Corporate partner Ellen Ching and litigation partner Jaren Janghorbani have been named New York Law Journal Rising Stars for 2017.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Canada Announced M&A Deals by Bloomberg
- Jul 12, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 in Canada Announced M&A Deals by Bloomberg
Paul, Weiss was ranked as the leading advisor for Canadian announced M&A deals by volume, as reported in Bloomberg’s 2017 second-quarter league tables.
Paul, Weiss Wins Two ALB Japan Law Awards
- Jun 07, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Wins Two ALB Japan Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at the Asian Legal Business Japan Law Awards, including “Debt Market Deal of the Year” for our role in advising Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group’s TLAC Bond Issuance, and “M&A Deal of the …
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Seven ALB Japan Law Awards
- May 08, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Seven ALB Japan Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted in seven categories by Asian Legal Business, a publication of Thomson Reuters, as part of the 2017 ALB Japan Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
- May 01, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted by Asian Legal Business, a publication of Thomson Reuters, for "M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)" as part of the 2017 Southeast Asia Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Experian in Asia-Pacific Deal Value
- Apr 25, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Experian in Asia-Pacific Deal Value
Paul, Weiss ranked first for deal value in Experian’s legal advisory league tables in the Asia-Pacific region for the first quarter of 2017.
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Thomson Reuters and #2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in Deal Volume in Japan
- Apr 19, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Ranked #1 by Thomson Reuters and #2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in Deal Volume in Japan
As noted in The Asian Lawyer, a publication of The American Lawyer, Paul, Weiss was ranked number 1 in deal volume in Japan in M&A league tables published by Thomson Reuters and number 2 by Bloomberg and Mergermarket in the first…
Greg Liu Named Top M&A Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
- Mar 24, 2017
- Awards
Greg Liu Named Top M&A Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
Corporate partner Greg Liu was named one of 2017’s top 10 M&A lawyers in China by Asian Legal Business, a Thomson Reuters publication.
KPS Capital Wins Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Award
- Mar 21, 2017
- Awards
KPS Capital Wins Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Award
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners LP has earned a Buyouts “Deal of the Year” award for KPS’s $1 billion-plus sale of its portfolio company Anchor Glass Container Corporation to BA Glass B.V. and funds advised by CVC Capital…
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four ALB China Law Awards
- Mar 15, 2017
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four ALB China Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been named as a finalist in four categories as part of the 2017 Asia Legal Business China Law Awards.
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year by China Business Law Journal
- Jan 20, 2017
- Awards
Two Paul, Weiss Transactions Named Deals of the Year by China Business Law Journal
The China Business Law Journal has recognized two Paul, Weiss transactions as Deals of the Year.
Three Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
- Dec 15, 2016
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Three Paul, Weiss Partners Featured in Variety’s Dealmakers Impact Report
Corporate partners Robert Schumer, Ariel Deckelbaum and Chuck Googe are profiled in Variety's 2016 Dealmakers Impact Report.
Paul, Weiss Wins Asian Lawyer Emerging Markets Award for M&A
- Nov 29, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Wins Asian Lawyer Emerging Markets Award for M&A
The Asian Lawyer honored Paul, Weiss with an Emerging Markets Award in the "M&A Deal of the Year: Other Sectors" category for our role in Yokohama's $1.2 billion acquisition of Alliance Tire Group.
Five Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
- Nov 28, 2016
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Five Paul, Weiss Partners Named Law360 MVPs
Law360 has honored firm chair Brad Karp, corporate partners Robert Schumer and Marco Masotti, and litigation partners Ted Wells and Catherine Nyarady with 2016 MVP Awards. Brad and Ted were selected as MVPs in the sports practice…
Paul, Weiss Honored With Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Nov 09, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Honored With Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been recognized with Asia Women in Business Law Awards by the Euromoney Legal Media Group.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two Emerging Markets Awards by The Asian Lawyer
- Oct 27, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two Emerging Markets Awards by The Asian Lawyer
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted by The Asian Lawyer in two categories in its 2016 Emerging Markets Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Sep 22, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four Asia Women in Business Law Awards
Our Hong Kong and Tokyo offices were shortlisted for their gender diversity efforts in their respective countries by the Euromoney Legal Media Group at the 2016 Asia Women in Business Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
- Aug 09, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six ALB Hong Kong Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted by Asian Legal Business in six categories in its 2016 ALB Hong Kong Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six China Law & Practice Awards
- Aug 01, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Six China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in six categories as part of the 2016 China Law & PracticeAwards.
Paul, Weiss Recognized in Two Categories at Am Law’s Global Legal Awards
- Jul 18, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Recognized in Two Categories at Am Law’s Global Legal Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized in two categories at The American Lawyer's fourth annual Global Legal Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
- May 12, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for “M&A Deal of the Year” at Southeast Asia Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was shortlisted by Asian Legal Business for "M&A Deal of the Year (Premium)" as part of the 2016 Southeast Asia Law Awards.
Asian-MENA Counsel Recognizes Paul, Weiss Transactions
- Mar 23, 2016
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Asian-MENA Counsel Recognizes Paul, Weiss Transactions
Paul, Weiss was recognized by Asian-MENA Counsel magazine in its "Deals of the Year 2015" issue for our role in Tencent's co-investment with JD.com in Bitauto. Our involvement with Universal Studios' theme park in Beijing…
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB China Law Awards
- Mar 11, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five ALB China Law Awards
Paul, Weiss has been selected as a finalist in five categories of the 2016 Asian Legal Business China Law Awards.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Asia Legal Award
- Feb 02, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Asia Legal Award
The Asian Lawyer has shortlisted Paul, Weiss as a finalist for an Asia Legal Award in the "M&A Deal of the Year: North Asia" category for the firm's involvement in Universal Studios' $3.3 billion Beijing theme park.