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April 2019: Private Equity Digest
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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 Ellen Ching.
In market news, U.S. private equity fundraising continued to trend downward in March continuing the slide since January, with 18 funds closed in March with a total value of $21.4 billion, compared to 27 funds closed in January with a total value of $36.6 billion. U.S. sponsor-backed exits were mixed, with a slight increase in deal numbers and a slight decrease in disclosed dollar volume in March compared to February, although still down in both categories compared to January. The low numbers of IPOs in recent months compared to historical norms is particularly noteworthy. Global sponsor-related M&A activity was up, with an increase in both deal numbers and disclosed dollar volume in March compared to February. U.S. sponsor-related M&A activity was mixed, with a decrease in disclosed dollar volume in March compared to February, but an increase in deal numbers in March compared to February.
Events & Publications
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…
CARES Act to Expand Access to the SBA Loan Program
- Mar 26, 2020
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CARES Act to Expand Access to the SBA Loan Program
The CARES Act includes a new Small Business Act loan program that offers forgivable loans and waives certain affiliate aggregation requirements maintained by other SBA loans. We discuss the loan program and its implications for…
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…
COVID-19: Certain Considerations for Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies
- Mar 20, 2020
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COVID-19: Certain Considerations for Private Equity Firms and Portfolio Companies
With developments moving faster than can be captured in any single alert or memorandum, we prepared a guide to the range of issues that private equity firms and portfolio companies need to consider in navigating coronavirus (COVID-19) …
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.…
Private Equity International publishes Funds Group Alert on COVID-19
- Mar 11, 2020
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Private Equity International publishes Funds Group Alert on COVID-19
An article by the members of the Private Funds group, “COVID-19: Certain Fund-Related Considerations for Private Equity Managers,” appeared in the March 11 issue of Private Equity International and Private Funds CFO.
COVID-19: Debt Buyback Considerations
- Mar 13, 2020
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COVID-19: Debt Buyback Considerations
As market reaction to the coronavirus outbreak leads to declining trading prices for bank loans and notes, many debt issuers and their private equity sponsors are considering repurchasing their outstanding debt to capture discount. We …
Paul, Weiss Article on Private Equity Fundraising Trends Featured in American Investment Council Newsletter
- Feb 28, 2020
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Paul, Weiss Article on Private Equity Fundraising Trends Featured in American Investment Council Newsletter
The February 28 newsletter by the American Investment Council, a leading private equity advocacy and resource organization, featured an article by corporate partners Marco Masotti and Conrad van Loggerenberg and associate Victoria…
COVID-19: Certain Fund-Related Considerations for Private Equity Managers
- Mar 10, 2020
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COVID-19: Certain Fund-Related Considerations for Private Equity Managers
The cascading impacts of the coronavirus on markets and businesses are creating a variety of challenges and opportunities for private equity funds. General partners may want to consider a variety of proactive steps, including…
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.
Private Equity International Highlights Paul, Weiss Survey of Private Equity Fund Terms
- Feb 25, 2020
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Private Equity International Highlights Paul, Weiss Survey of Private Equity Fund Terms
An article published on February 25 in Private Equity International, a leading industry news source, highlights recent research findings by the Paul, Weiss private funds group.
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.
Global Regulators Press Market Participants to Prepare Now for LIBOR Transition
- Jan 22, 2020
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Global Regulators Press Market Participants to Prepare Now for LIBOR Transition
It is widely expected that within two years, by the end of 2021, the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) will no longer be published by LIBOR panel banks. Recognizing the potential impact LIBOR’s cessation could have on lenders,…
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2020
- Dec 17, 2019
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2020
The 2020 Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser.
Recent Cyber Attacks Target Asset Management Firms
- Oct 28, 2019
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Recent Cyber Attacks Target Asset Management Firms
A recent flurry of cyber attacks on asset managers should remind asset management firms and other financial institutions that they are attractive targets for cyber-exploitation and need to remain vigilant and institute appropriate…
Amran Hussein Featured in Private Equity Law Report on the Evolution of LPACs
- Oct 15, 2019
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Amran Hussein Featured in Private Equity Law Report on the Evolution of LPACs
Corporate partner Amran Hussein was featured in a two-part Q&A in Private Equity Law Report.
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 …
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…
Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
- Jul 01, 2019
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Leading Private Equity Lawyer Sarah Stasny Joins Paul, Weiss
Sarah Stasny is joining the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department.
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 …
Final and Proposed Regulations on Certain Income Inclusions Under the CFC Rules Related to Domestic Partnerships
- Jun 20, 2019
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Final and Proposed Regulations on Certain Income Inclusions Under the CFC Rules Related to Domestic Partnerships
The IRS and Treasury recently released proposed and final regulations that, among other things, change the way income inclusions work under the Subpart F and GILRI rules with respect to foreign corporations that are CFCs owned by…
Paul, Weiss Hosts Annual Private Equity General Counsel CLE
- May 15, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Annual Private Equity General Counsel CLE
Paul, Weiss hosted its Annual Private Equity General Counsel CLE Program.
Alvaro Membrillera Speaks at London Business School
- May 14, 2019
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Alvaro Membrillera Speaks at London Business School
Corporate partner Alvaro Membrillera co-presented a seminar on the legal aspects of private equity at London Business School with Susanna Berger, general counsel for Europe at KKR.
Marco Masotti to Participate in Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
- May 19, 2019
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Marco Masotti to Participate in Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
Funds partner Marco Masotti will moderate a panel at the International Bar Association Investment Funds Committee’s 30th Annual Conference on the Globalization of Investment Funds.
Funds Partners Quoted in Part 2 of Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
- Apr 23, 2019
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Funds Partners Quoted in Part 2 of Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
Funds partners Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein, Conrad van Loggerenberg and Lindsey Wiersma are extensively quoted in part 2 of a Private Equity Law Report article discussing various issues arising in the private equity landscape,…
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…
Funds Partners Quoted in Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
- Apr 16, 2019
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Funds Partners Quoted in Private Equity Law Report on Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Survey
Funds partners Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein, Conrad van Loggerenberg and Lindsey Wiersma are extensively quoted in a Private Equity Law Report article discussing the concerns of sponsors and the evolution of the relationship with…
Amran Hussein to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
- Jul 15, 2019
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Amran Hussein to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Amran Hussein will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 20th Annual Private Equity Forum.
Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman to Participate in IBA’s International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 10, 2019
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Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman to Participate in IBA’s International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti and Udi Grofman will participate in panel discussions at the International Bar Association’s 20th Annual International Conference on Private Investment Funds.
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.
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…
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.
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2019
- Jan 03, 2019
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2019
Attached is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2019.
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.
U.S. Stay Regulations and the ISDA 2018 U.S. Resolution Stay Protocol
- Nov 27, 2018
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U.S. Stay Regulations and the ISDA 2018 U.S. Resolution Stay Protocol
U.S. regulations imposing stay requirements on the terms of swaps, repurchase agreements and other qualified financial contracts of globally systemically important banks (GSIBs) take effect on January 1, 2019 in support of a policy…
Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein and Robert Tananbaum Publish Article in AIC’s Newsletter
- Oct 31, 2018
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Marco Masotti, Matthew Goldstein and Robert Tananbaum Publish Article in AIC’s Newsletter
Corporate partner Marco Masotti, counsel Matthew Goldstein and associate Robert Tananbaum co-wrote a guest article that was featured in the American Investment Council’s (AIC) October newsletter.
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…
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.
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…
President Trump Signs CFIUS Reform Legislation
- Aug 13, 2018
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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).
July 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jul 23, 2018
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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.
Marco Masotti, Lindsey Wiersma and Conrad van Loggerenberg Co-Author Chapter in ICLG’s Alternative Investment Funds Guide
- Jul 13, 2018
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Marco Masotti, Lindsey Wiersma and Conrad van Loggerenberg Co-Author Chapter in ICLG’s Alternative Investment Funds Guide
Corporate partner Marco Masotti, counsel Lindsey Wiersma and associate Conrad van Loggerenberg co-authored a chapter of The International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) to Alternative Investment Funds 2018.
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
- Jul 16, 2018
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Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 19th Annual Private Equity Forum.
President Trump Decides Not to Impose New Foreign Investment Restrictions against China; Opts Instead to Support CFIUS Reform Legislation in Congress
- Jun 29, 2018
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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…
June 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jun 18, 2018
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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.
The Proposed CFIUS Reform Bill’s Potential Impact on Private Equity
- Apr 25, 2018
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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.
Taurie Zeitzer Profiled in Diversity & The Bar Article on Women in M&A
- Apr 10, 2018
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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.
March 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Mar 21, 2018
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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…
Fifth Circuit Vacates DOL’s ERISA Fiduciary Rule; DOL Announces Non-Enforcement Policy, Pending Further Review
- Mar 20, 2018
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Fifth Circuit Vacates DOL’s ERISA Fiduciary Rule; DOL Announces Non-Enforcement Policy, Pending Further Review
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit recently set aside the Department of Labor’s (DOL) so-called “fiduciary rule,” holding that it exceeded the regulatory authority granted to DOL by the Employee Retirement Income Security …
Corporate Partners to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 11, 2018
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Corporate Partners to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti (who co-chairs the conference), Ariel Deckelbaum, Amran Hussein, Udi Grofman and Ramy Wahbeh are taking part in the American Bar Association and the International Bar Association’s 19th Annual…
In Recent Healthcare Fraud Lawsuit, the U.S. Department of Justice Embraces a More Expansive View of Private Equity Firm Liability for Portfolio Company Conduct
- Mar 08, 2018
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In Recent Healthcare Fraud Lawsuit, the U.S. Department of Justice Embraces a More Expansive View of Private Equity Firm Liability for Portfolio Company Conduct
The DOJ recently intervened in a healthcare fraud lawsuit against a compounding pharmacy company. The DOJ’s decision to name the manager of the private equity fund that owned the pharmacy may signal a more expansive view of manager…
Lindsey Wiersma to Participate in Women’s Private Equity Summit
- Mar 07, 2018
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Lindsey Wiersma to Participate in Women’s Private Equity Summit
Corporate counsel Lindsey Wiersma will attend the 11th annual Women’s Private Equity Summit.
January 2018: Private Equity Digest
- Jan 25, 2018
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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.
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2018
- Dec 06, 2017
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2018
Attached is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2018. The calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser. Please note that any words…
Ariel Deckelbaum Moderates Panel at Financial Times Conference
- Nov 01, 2017
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Ariel Deckelbaum Moderates Panel at Financial Times Conference
Corporate partner Ariel Deckelbaum moderated a panel at the Financial Times – Outstanding Directors Exchange conference.
Preferred Stock Minority Investments in the Private Equity Context
- Oct 06, 2017
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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.
New SEC Disclosure Requirements on Form ADV Become Effective October 1
- Sep 26, 2017
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New SEC Disclosure Requirements on Form ADV Become Effective October 1
In this alert, we describe the new SEC disclosure requirements applicable to investment advisers under amendments to Part 1A of Form ADV that will go into effect on October 1, 2017. The amendments require additional information…
Marco Masotti to Deliver Keynote Address at AIC’s Chief Financial Officers Day
- Sep 14, 2017
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Marco Masotti to Deliver Keynote Address at AIC’s Chief Financial Officers Day
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will deliver the keynote address at the American Investment Council’s (AIC) Chief Financial Officers Day.
Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School
- Jun 03, 2017
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Alvaro Membrillera Hosts Private Equity Seminar at London Business School
London partner Alvaro Membrillera held a seminar on the legal aspects of private equity for more than 60 MBA students. The event took place at the London Business School on June 3.
May 2017: Private Equity Digest
- May 22, 2017
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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
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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
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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.
Ross Fieldston Participates in Tulane University Law School’s Annual Corporate Law Institute
- Mar 30, 2017
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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.
Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
- Jul 10, 2017
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Marco Masotti to Participate in PLI’s Annual Private Equity Forum
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will speak at the Practising Law Institute’s 18th Annual Private Equity Forum.
Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
- Mar 15, 2017
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Judie Ng Shortell to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
Corporate partner Judie Ng Shortell will take part in the Asian Venture Capital Journal’s annual China Private Equity & Venture Forum.
Client Alert: SEC Lists the Five Most Frequent Compliance Topics Identified in Examinations of Investment Advisers
- Feb 08, 2017
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Client Alert: SEC Lists the Five Most Frequent Compliance Topics Identified in Examinations of Investment Advisers
On February 7, the SEC's Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations identified five areas of compliance deficiencies or weaknesses frequently found during the staff's examinations of registered investment advisers. In the…
Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2017
- Nov 22, 2016
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Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar 2017
Below is a link to the Paul, Weiss Private Funds Regulatory Compliance Calendar for 2017. The calendar covers certain (but not all) regulatory obligations of a typical U.S.-based private fund adviser. Please note that any…
October 2016: Private Equity Digest
- Oct 21, 2016
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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: The Second Circuit Articulates Standard for Determining Scope of Free and Clear Sale Provision and Highlights Procedural Due Process Concerns That Bear on Enforcement
- Jul 26, 2016
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Client Alert: The Second Circuit Articulates Standard for Determining Scope of Free and Clear Sale Provision and Highlights Procedural Due Process Concerns That Bear on Enforcement
The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit recently articulated a standard to determine what claims may be barred against a purchaser of assets "free and clear" of claims pursuant to section 363(f) of the…
Client Alert: SEC Adopts Disclosure Rules for Resource Extraction Issuers
- Jul 08, 2016
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Client Alert: SEC Adopts Disclosure Rules for Resource Extraction Issuers
On June 27, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") adopted final rules requiring resource extraction issuers to disclose payments made to the U.S. federal government or foreign governments for the commercial…
Litigation Partners Author Article on Dell Appraisal Decision
- Jun 21, 2016
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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.
Taking Stock of CFPB’s Frenzied Agenda
- Jun 06, 2016
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Taking Stock of CFPB’s Frenzied Agenda
Litigation partner Roberto Gonzalez authored an article in the June 3 issue of The National Law Journal.
Client Alert: SEC Increases Thresholds for Exchange Act Registration
- May 09, 2016
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Client Alert: SEC Increases Thresholds for Exchange Act Registration
On May 3, 2016, the SEC adopted final rules, substantially as proposed in December 2014, under the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the "JOBS Act") and the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (the "FAST Act") that…
Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino Co-Author Article on PIPEs in Law360
- May 05, 2016
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Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino Co-Author Article on PIPEs in Law360
Corporate partners Matt Abbott and Angelo Bonvino co-authored an article that appeared in the May 5 issue of Law360.
Client Alert: SEC Publishes Concept Release on Revisions to Regulations S-K
- May 04, 2016
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Client Alert: SEC Publishes Concept Release on Revisions to Regulations S-K
In April 2016, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") published a concept release (the "Release") seeking comment on modernizing certain disclosure requirements of Regulation S-K.
Client Alert: Financial Regulators Propose Incentive Compensation Rules under Dodd-Frank
- Apr 27, 2016
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Client Alert: Financial Regulators Propose Incentive Compensation Rules under Dodd-Frank
On April 21, 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Federal Housing…
April 2016: Private Equity Digest
- Apr 19, 2016
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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: Treasury Issues Inversion Regulations, Proposes Sweeping Changes to Debt/Equity Classification
- Apr 11, 2016
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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…
Jack Lange and Greg Liu to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
- Mar 09, 2016
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Jack Lange and Greg Liu to Speak at Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing
Corporate partners Jack Lange and Greg Liu took part in the Asian Venture Capital Journal's annual Private Equity & Venture Forum in Beijing.
February 2016: Private Equity Digest
- Feb 18, 2016
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February 2016: Private Equity Digest
In this edition of the Paul, Weiss Private Equity Digest, we review acquisition financing trends from 2015.
Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman and Amran Hussein to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
- Mar 06, 2016
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Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman and Amran Hussein to Participate in ABA/IBA International Conference on Private Investment Funds
Corporate partners Marco Masotti, Udi Grofman, Michael Hong and Amran Hussein will take part in the American Bar Association and the International Bar Association's 17th Annual International Conference on Private Investment Funds.
Marco Masotti to Moderate Panel at IBA Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
- May 08, 2016
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Marco Masotti to Moderate Panel at IBA Conference on Globalization of Investment Funds
Corporate partner Marco Masotti will moderate a panel at the International Bar Association's 27th Annual Conference on the Globalisation of Investment Funds.
FinCEN Imposes Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Requirements
- Feb 02, 2016
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FinCEN Imposes Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Requirements
The U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued Geographic Targeting Orders ("GTO") imposing temporary reporting requirements on title insurers with respect to "all-cash" purchases of high-end…
Client Alert: Annual Privacy Policy Notice Requirement Eliminated for Many Investment Advisers and Private Funds under the FAST Act
- Dec 21, 2015
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Client Alert: Annual Privacy Policy Notice Requirement Eliminated for Many Investment Advisers and Private Funds under the FAST Act
The "Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act" or "FAST Act,"signed into law by President Obama on December 4, 2015, contained an amendment to the privacy policy sections of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (the "GLBA").
Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Rural/Metro Decision, Including Aiding and Abetting Liability
- Dec 02, 2015
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Client Alert: Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Rural/Metro Decision, Including Aiding and Abetting Liability
The Delaware Supreme Court has issued its much anticipated opinion in RBC Capital Markets v. Joanna Jervis, affirming all of the principal holdings of the Court of Chancery's series of decisions in In re Rural/Metro Corp.…
Client Alert: SEC Adopts Final Rules for Crowdfunding
- Nov 04, 2015
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Client Alert: SEC Adopts Final Rules for Crowdfunding
On October 30, 2015, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") adopted final rules under Title III of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups ("JOBS") Act.
Awards & Recognition
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
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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
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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
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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…
Paul, Weiss Named “Private Equity Legal Advisor of the Year” by Mergermarket for Chinese M&A
- Oct 21, 2019
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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
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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
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Paul, Weiss Receives Two FinanceAsia China Awards 2019
Paul, Weiss received two honors at the FinanceAsia China Awards 2019.
Brian Scrivani Named Rising Star by The Deal
- Mar 29, 2019
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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
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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.
Paul, Weiss Wins Four China Business Law Awards
- Mar 18, 2019
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Paul, Weiss Wins Four China Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized by the China Business Law Journal as an international law firm winner in the categories of “Private Equity & Venture Capital,” “IT, Telecom & E-Commerce,” “Media, Entertainment & Sports” and…
Paul, Weiss Partners Receive Law360 Distinguished Writing Award
- Feb 26, 2019
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Judie Ng Shortell Awarded Commended External Counsel of the Year
- Mar 09, 2018
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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.”
Paul, Weiss Wins Three China Business Law Awards
- Mar 05, 2018
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Paul, Weiss Wins Three China Business Law Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized by China Business Law Journal as an international law firm winner in the categories of “Entertainment & Sports,” “Private Equity & Venture Capital” and “Technology, Media and Telecommunications” at…
Jack Lange Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Chambers
- Feb 01, 2018
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Jack Lange Receives Lifetime Achievement Award From Chambers
Hong Kong-based corporate partner Jack Lange received the 2018 Chambers Asia-Pacific Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of his contribution to the Asian legal arena.
Valerie Radwaner, Audra Soloway and Taurie Zeitzer Named Leading Women Lawyers in NYC
- Dec 20, 2017
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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 Transaction Awarded Best Singapore Deal
- Dec 04, 2017
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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
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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.
Judie Ng Shortell Named a Top-15 Female Lawyer in China by Asian Legal Business
- Oct 30, 2017
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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
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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
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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
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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.
KPS Capital Wins Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Award
- Mar 21, 2017
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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
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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.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two IFLR Asia Law Awards in Private Equity
- Jan 11, 2017
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two IFLR Asia Law Awards in Private Equity
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in two categories as part of the 2017 IFLR Asia Law Awards.
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 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 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 Wins China Business Law Award for Private Equity
- Mar 02, 2016
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Paul, Weiss Wins China Business Law Award for Private Equity
Paul, Weiss was recognized by China Business Law Journal as an international law firm winner in the "Private Equity and Venture Capital" category of its 2015 China Business Law Awards.
Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Recognized at Asia Women in Business Law Awards
- Nov 11, 2015
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Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Recognized at Asia Women in Business Law Awards
The Hong Kong office won the country award for best international firm and the Tokyo office was shortlisted for the Japan country award at the Euromoney Legal Media Group Asia Women in Business Law Awards 2015.
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Win Law360 MVP Awards
- Nov 10, 2015
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Four Paul, Weiss Partners Win Law360 MVP Awards
Corporate partners Ariel Deckelbaum and Taurie Zeitzer, intellectual property partner Nicholas Groombridge and real estate partner Harris Freidus all received the Law360 MVP Award for their respective areas of practice.
U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Names Paul, Weiss Corporate Law Firm of the Year
- Nov 02, 2015
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U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Names Paul, Weiss Corporate Law Firm of the Year
Paul, Weiss has been named "Law Firm of the Year" for Corporate Law in the 2016 edition of the "Best Law Firms" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers.
Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Shortlisted for Asia Women in Business Awards
- Sep 28, 2015
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Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Shortlisted for Asia Women in Business Awards
For the second consecutive year, our Hong Kong and Tokyo offices were shortlisted for their gender diversity efforts in their respective countries.
Paul, Weiss Wins Two China Law & Practice Awards
- Sep 17, 2015
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Paul, Weiss Wins Two China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss was selected for two honors at the 2015 China Law & Practice Awards, including "Private Equity Deal of the Year" for our involvement in the take private transaction of Yongye International, Inc. and "Most…
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four China Law & Practice Awards
- Aug 10, 2015
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Four China Law & Practice Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted as a finalist in four categories as part of the 2015 China Law & Practice Awards.
Legal 500 Again Names Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Law Firm of the Year in U.S.
- Jun 11, 2015
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Legal 500 Again Names Paul, Weiss Private Equity Funds Law Firm of the Year in U.S.
Paul, Weiss has been named as the top private equity funds law firm in the U.S. for the second consecutive year by The Legal 500.
Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Shortlisted for Asia Women in Business Awards
- Sep 30, 2014
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Hong Kong and Tokyo Offices Shortlisted for Asia Women in Business Awards
Euromoney Legal Media Group announced its shortlist for the "Asia Women in Business Law Awards 2014." Our Hong Kong and Tokyo offices are shortlisted as a leading firm for gender diversity efforts in their respective countries.