ProfessionalsClaudine Meredith-Goujon

Claudine Meredith-Goujon
Partner
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- Practices
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- IP Transactions
- Practices:
- Corporate
- IP Transactions
Claudine Meredith-Goujon is a partner in the Intellectual Property Group, a Deputy Co-Chair of the Corporate Department and a member of the firm’s Management Committee. She concentrates her practice on intellectual property transactions and counseling. Ms. Meredith-Goujon has advised on a variety of transactional intellectual property matters, including licensing of trademarks, brands, copyrights and software, as well as sponsorship agreements, trademark clearance, prosecution and registration and enforcement and maintenance of intellectual property assets. Her practice includes numerous Internet law issues, including licensing and distribution of content online and the negotiation of commercial agreements, including IT and vendor contracts. Ms. Meredith-Goujon’s practice also includes addressing and structuring the intellectual property aspect of mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, securitizations of franchise businesses and financings in a broad range of industries.
EXPERIENCE
Ms. Meredith-Goujon's recent transactions include:
- Advance, a New York-based company that operates and invests in media, communications and technology businesses, in its acquisition of Palladian Holdings, Inc., owner of Turnitin, a California-based provider of plagiarism detection technology and other related products from an investment entity affiliated with Insight Venture Partners, GIC and their co-investors.
- Berkshire Partners in its investment in Kendra Scott Design, Inc., a fashion accessories brand.
- Citigroup, Inc. in the sale of:
- its retail banking business in Japan, including about 740,000 customer accounts, to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation; and
- Citi Cards Japan, Inc., a Japan-based issuer of branded credit cards, to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation.
- General Atlantic in its acquisition of a majority stake in Morphe Holdings, a California-based global beauty company, alongside existing investor Summit Partners and co-founders Chris and Linda Tawil.
- Honeywell, a Fortune 100 software-industrial company, in its spin-off of Garrett Motion Inc., Honeywell’s former Transportation Systems business.
- HP Inc. in its acquisition of the global printer business of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Kate Spade & Company (formerly Fifth & Pacific Companies) in its:
- sale of the Juicy Couture brand and related intellectual property assets to Authentic Brands Group;
- sale of Lucky Brand to LBD Acquisition Company; and
- $2.4 billion acquisition by Coach, Inc.
- KIK Custom Products in connection with a long-term licensing arrangement with The Clorox Company for the use of the CLOROX® brand on pool-cleaning products.
- Performance Sports Group Ltd., a developer and manufacturer of high performance sports equipment and apparel, in connection with its license from Q30 Sports, LLC, a research and development company dedicated to finding innovative solutions to the growing problem of Traumatic Brain Injury, to use its patent and technology assets in the development of products intended to address mild traumatic brain injury in sports and athletic activities.
- Roark Capital Group:
- portfolio company Jimmy John’s in connection with the $850 million whole-business securitization of its franchise system, consisting of 2,600 fast-casual restaurants in the United States;
- portfolio company Orangetheory Fitness, a franchisor of HIIT studios, in a private placement of whole-business structured finance notes; and
- portfolio company Primrose School Franchising Co. in its $275 million whole-business securitization.
- Simon Property Group, a real estate ownership, management and development company:
- as part of a consortium with General Growth Properties and Authentic Brands Group, in its acquisition of New York-based apparel and accessories brand, Aéropostale; and
- and joint venture partner in Aero OpCo LLC, the operating partner for Aéropostale, in connection with the acquisition of the Nautica brand by Authentic Brands Group from VF Corporation.
- Universal Parks & Resorts in connection with the proposed Universal Beijing Resort project which will include the Universal Beijing Theme Park, CityWalk and a Universal branded hotel.
- Funds affiliated with Viking Global Investors LP, a Connecticut-based global investment firm, in its investment in Rockefeller Capital Management, an independent financial services firm newly formed by Rockefeller Financial Services, Inc., the New York-based parent company of Rockefeller & Co., and Gregory J. Fleming.
Ms. Meredith-Goujon is a member of the Advisory Board of the Fashion, Arts, Media & Entertainment Law Center of Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. She was a member of the Journal of International Law and Politics and was a 1997 Paul, Weiss summer associate. Ms. Meredith-Goujon has also spoken at a variety of CLE programs on brand licensing, legal trends in fashion and emerging copyright issues.
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- Jun 03, 2019
- Client News
GCOM Software Acquires GANTECH
Paul, Weiss represented GCOM Software LLC, a portfolio company of Sagewind Capital, in its acquisition of GANTECH, Inc.
Broadview Holding Acquires the Formica Group
- Jun 03, 2019
- Client News
Broadview Holding Acquires the Formica Group
Paul, Weiss represented Broadview Holding B.V. in its $840 million acquisition of the Formica Group from Fletcher Building Holdings Limited.
By Light Acquires Metova Federal
- May 17, 2019
- Client News
By Light Acquires Metova Federal
Paul, Weiss represented By Light Professional IT Services LLC, a portfolio company of our client Sagewind Capital LLC, in its acquisition of Metova Federal, LLC.
Supreme Court Reiterates That Rejection of Executory Contract Constitutes Breach
- May 20, 2019
- Publications
Supreme Court Reiterates That Rejection of Executory Contract Constitutes Breach
The U.S. Supreme Court held today in Mission Product Holdings, Inc. v. Tempnology, LLC that a trademark licensee may retain certain rights under a trademark licensing agreement even if the licensor enters bankruptcy and rejects the…
JPW Industries Acquires Baileigh Industrial Holdings, LLC
- May 13, 2019
- Client News
JPW Industries Acquires Baileigh Industrial Holdings, LLC
Paul, Weiss represented JPW Industries, Inc., an affiliate of funds managed by Gamut Capital Management, L.P., in its acquisition of Baileigh Industrial Holdings, LLC.
Chesapeake Lodging Trust to Be Acquired by Park Hotels & Resorts in $2.7 Billion Deal
- May 06, 2019
- Client News
Chesapeake Lodging Trust to Be Acquired by Park Hotels & Resorts in $2.7 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss is representing real estate investment trust Chesapeake Lodging Trust in its approximately $2.7 billion acquisition by Park Hotels & Resorts Inc.
Ingersoll-Rand Industrial Business to Merge With Gardner Denver, Creating $15 Billion Company
- Apr 30, 2019
- Client News
Ingersoll-Rand Industrial Business to Merge With Gardner Denver, Creating $15 Billion Company
Paul, Weiss is advising Ingersoll-Rand plc in the merger of its Industrial business with Gardner Denver Holdings, Inc. The complex cash-and-stock deal will create a $15 billion global leader in mission-critical flow creation and…
By Light Acquires Phacil
- Mar 25, 2019
- Client News
By Light Acquires Phacil
Paul, Weiss represented By Light Professional IT Services LLC, a portfolio company of our client Sagewind Capital LLC, in its acquisition of Phacil, Inc.
Chevron’s $50 Billion Agreement to Acquire Anadarko
- Apr 12, 2019
- Client News
Chevron’s $50 Billion Agreement to Acquire Anadarko
Paul, Weiss advised Chevron Corporation in its agreement to acquire Anadarko Petroleum Corporation for $50 billion.
Sabre to Be Acquired by TJC
- Mar 18, 2019
- Client News
Sabre to Be Acquired by TJC
Paul, Weiss is representing Kohlberg & Company, LLC in connection with the sale of Sabre Industries, Inc. to The Jordan Company, L.P. (TJC).
Smith & Nephew to Acquire Osiris Therapeutics
- Mar 12, 2019
- Client News
Smith & Nephew to Acquire Osiris Therapeutics
Paul, Weiss is representing UK-based medical technology business Smith & Nephew plc in its all-cash $660 million acquisition of U.S.-based regenerative medicine maker Osiris Therapeutics, Inc.
Advance to Acquire Turnitin
- Mar 06, 2019
- Client News
Advance to Acquire Turnitin
Paul, Weiss is representing Advance Publications in its acquisition of Palladian Holdings, Inc., owner of Turnitin, a leading provider of plagiarism detection technology and other related products to schools, universities and…
Preferred Sands In-Basin Facilities Acquired by Signal Peak Silica
- Feb 22, 2019
- Client News
Preferred Sands In-Basin Facilities Acquired by Signal Peak Silica
Paul, Weiss advised Preferred Sands, a leading producer of sand and resin coated proppants, in connection with a comprehensive restructuring transaction that included the restructuring of the Company’s indebtedness of more than $1.5…
General Electric to Sell BioPharma Business to Danaher for $21.4 Billion
- Feb 25, 2019
- Client News
General Electric to Sell BioPharma Business to Danaher for $21.4 Billion
Paul, Weiss is advising General Electric in the sale of its BioPharma business to Danaher for $21.4 billion.
PRA Acquires Koncept Events
- Feb 19, 2019
- Client News
PRA Acquires Koncept Events
Paul, Weiss represented leading business events management company PRA Events, Inc. in its acquisition of Koncept Events, a business events company serving South Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Roark Capital Acquires Fitness Connection
- Feb 04, 2019
- Client News
Roark Capital Acquires Fitness Connection
Paul, Weiss is representing Atlanta-based private equity firm Roark Capital in its acquisition of Fitness Connection from LNK Partners.
Paul, Weiss Noteholder Clients Now Majority Owners of Toys “R” Us Asian Operations
- Jan 30, 2019
- Client News
Paul, Weiss Noteholder Clients Now Majority Owners of Toys “R” Us Asian Operations
Paul, Weiss advised an ad hoc group of pre- and post-petition secured noteholders in connection with the chapter 11 cases of Toys “R” Us, Inc. and certain subsidiaries.
Maiden Holdings Completes Sale of U.S. Diversified Business to Enstar Group Limited
- Dec 27, 2018
- Client News
Maiden Holdings Completes Sale of U.S. Diversified Business to Enstar Group Limited
Paul, Weiss represented Bermuda reinsurance company Maiden Holdings, Ltd. in its sale of subsidiary Maiden Reinsurance North America, Inc. (Maiden Re North America), to Enstar Group Limited.
TowerCo Sells TowerCo IV Holdings
- Dec 21, 2018
- Client News
TowerCo Sells TowerCo IV Holdings
Paul, Weiss represented TowerCo in its sale of TowerCo IV Holdings LLC to members of TowerCo’s management team and funds affiliated with Peppertree Capital.
Broadview Holding to Acquire the Formica Group
- Dec 17, 2018
- Client News
Broadview Holding to Acquire the Formica Group
Paul, Weiss is representing Broadview Holding B.V. in its $840 million acquisition of the Formica Group from Fletcher Building Holdings Limited.
Hero Digital Acquires Clock Four
- Dec 06, 2018
- Client News
Hero Digital Acquires Clock Four
Paul, Weiss represented leading independent customer experience agency Hero Digital, a portfolio company of CI Capital, in its acquisition of Clock Four, Inc., a digital innovation agency.
Sagewind Capital Acquires The Athene Group
- Dec 06, 2018
- Client News
Sagewind Capital Acquires The Athene Group
Paul, Weiss represented Sagewind Capital in the acquisition, alongside Berenson Holdings LLC, of The Athene Group, a software and services company serving the wealth management industry.
PRA Acquires One Smooth Stone
- Dec 07, 2018
- Client News
PRA Acquires One Smooth Stone
Paul, Weiss represented PRA, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners, in its acquisition of One Smooth Stone.
Impact Group Partners With E.A. Berg Associates
- Dec 07, 2018
- Client News
Impact Group Partners With E.A. Berg Associates
Paul, Weiss represented Impact Group, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners, in its partnership with East Coast-based food broker E.A. Berg Associates.
Signature Bank Unveils Proprietary Digital Payments Platform, Signet
- Dec 04, 2018
- Client News
Signature Bank Unveils Proprietary Digital Payments Platform, Signet
Paul, Weiss is advising New York-based full-service commercial bank Signature Bank in the development of its new blockchain-based digital payments platform, Signet.
Nuance to Spin Off Automotive Business
- Nov 19, 2018
- Client News
Nuance to Spin Off Automotive Business
Paul, Weiss is representing Nuance Communications, Inc. in the spin-off of its automotive business segment into a new, publicly traded company.
Spectrum Brands to Sell GAC to Energizer for $1.25 Billion
- Nov 16, 2018
- Client News
Spectrum Brands to Sell GAC to Energizer for $1.25 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing global consumer products company Spectrum Brands Holdings in the sale of its Global Auto Care business to Energizer Holdings.
Farelogix to Be Acquired by Sabre
- Nov 14, 2018
- Client News
Farelogix to Be Acquired by Sabre
Paul, Weiss is representing Farelogix in its sale to Sabre Corporation. Farelogix is a leader and innovator in the travel industry, with technology that is modernizing the airline commerce and distribution landscape.
GCOM Software Acquires Three Sigma
- Nov 09, 2018
- Client News
GCOM Software Acquires Three Sigma
Paul, Weiss represented New York-based technology consulting firm GCOM Software LLC in its acquisition of Three Sigma Software.
Nuance to Sell Document Imaging Division to Kofax
- Nov 12, 2018
- Client News
Nuance to Sell Document Imaging Division to Kofax
Paul, Weiss is representing Nuance Communications, Inc. in the $400 million all-cash sale of its document imaging division to process automation software provider Kofax, Inc.
Paul, Weiss Advises Focus Brands in Bond Issuance
- Nov 09, 2018
- Client News
Paul, Weiss Advises Focus Brands in Bond Issuance
Paul, Weiss represented Focus Brands Inc., a portfolio company of Roark Capital Group, in connection with the issuance of $300 million in additional bonds under its existing whole business securitization facility.
IBM to Acquire Red Hat in $34 Billion Deal
- Oct 28, 2018
- Client News
IBM to Acquire Red Hat in $34 Billion Deal
Paul, Weiss is advising International Business Machines Corp. in its all-cash acquisition of Red Hat Inc., creating the world’s largest hybrid cloud provider.
Perry Ellis Taken Private
- Oct 21, 2018
- Client News
Perry Ellis Taken Private
Paul, Weiss represented Perry Ellis’ special committee of independent directors in the acquisition of Perry Ellis International, a NASDAQ-listed apparel company, by a private company owned by founder George Feldenkreis and his family…
Stantec Signs Agreement to Sell MWH Constructors
- Oct 19, 2018
- Client News
Stantec Signs Agreement to Sell MWH Constructors
Paul, Weiss is representing global design firm Stantec in the sale of its construction division, MWH Constructors, to funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. MWH Constructors provides a full range of construction and…
Honeywell Completes Spin-Off of Garrett Motion
- Oct 02, 2018
- Client News
Honeywell Completes Spin-Off of Garrett Motion
Paul, Weiss represented Honeywell in its spin-off of Garrett Motion Inc., Honeywell’s former transportation systems business.
Impact Group Acquires Cluep
- Sep 18, 2018
- Client News
Impact Group Acquires Cluep
Paul, Weiss represented leading sales and marketing agency Impact Group, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners, in its acquisition of digital advertising platform Cluep.
TowerBrook Capital to Sell Wilton Brands to German Food Manufacturer
- Sep 10, 2018
- Client News
TowerBrook Capital to Sell Wilton Brands to German Food Manufacturer
Paul, Weiss is representing Wilton Brands, a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client TowerBrook Capital Partners, in its sale to German food manufacturer Dr. August Oetker.
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Acquires ILG for $4.7 Billion
- Sep 06, 2018
- Client News
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Acquires ILG for $4.7 Billion
Paul, Weiss represented timeshare operator ILG Inc. in its $4.7 billion cash-and-stock sale to Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC), creating a leading global provider of premier vacation experiences.
Epiphany Dermatology Acquires Sun City Dermatology
- Aug 28, 2018
- Client News
Epiphany Dermatology Acquires Sun City Dermatology
Paul, Weiss represented Epiphany Dermatology in its acquisition of El Paso, Texas-based Sun City Dermatology, P.A.
Getty Family to Acquire Majority Stake in Getty Images From The Carlyle Group
- Sep 04, 2018
- Client News
Getty Family to Acquire Majority Stake in Getty Images From The Carlyle Group
Paul, Weiss is representing the Getty family in its acquisition of a majority stake in Getty Images Inc. from The Carlyle Group.
Maiden Holdings Announces Sale of U.S. Diversified Business to Enstar Group Limited
- Aug 31, 2018
- Client News
Maiden Holdings Announces Sale of U.S. Diversified Business to Enstar Group Limited
Paul, Weiss advised Maiden Holdings, Ltd., a Bermuda reinsurance company, in the sale of Maiden Reinsurance North America, Inc. (Maiden Re North America), a subsidiary of Maiden Holdings, to Enstar Group Limited.
Salini Impregilo to Sell Plants & Paving Division to Eurovia
- Aug 20, 2018
- Client News
Salini Impregilo to Sell Plants & Paving Division to Eurovia
Paul, Weiss is representing Salini Impregilo S.p.A., an Italian construction company, in the sale of its U.S. Plants & Paving division to Eurovia SAS, a company of the Vinci Group, for a total of $555 million in cash.
General Atlantic Invests in European Wax Center
- Aug 21, 2018
- Client News
General Atlantic Invests in European Wax Center
Paul, Weiss is representing General Atlantic in its strategic investment in leading beauty lifestyle brand franchise European Wax Center.
Movado to Acquire MVMT Watches
- Aug 17, 2018
- Client News
Movado to Acquire MVMT Watches
Paul, Weiss is advising Swiss watchmaker Movado Group, Inc. in its acquisition of MVMT Watches Inc., an emerging international watches and accessories brand.
CLEAResult Acquired by TPG Growth and The Rise Fund
- Aug 08, 2018
- Client News
CLEAResult Acquired by TPG Growth and The Rise Fund
Paul, Weiss represented General Atlantic and CLEAResult, the country’s leading provider of energy efficiency solutions for utility companies, in the acquisition of CLEAResult by TPG Growth and The Rise Fund.
The Stars Group Completes Acquisition of Sky Betting & Gaming and $6.8 Billion Financing
- Jul 13, 2018
- Client News
The Stars Group Completes Acquisition of Sky Betting & Gaming and $6.8 Billion Financing
Paul, Weiss advised Canadian online gaming company The Stars Group in its $6.8 billion financing in connection with Stars’ acquisition of U.K.-based Sky Betting & Gaming.
Epiphany Dermatology Acquires Arrowhead Dermatology
- Jun 26, 2018
- Client News
Epiphany Dermatology Acquires Arrowhead Dermatology
Paul, Weiss represented leading dermatology company Epiphany Dermatology in its acquisition of Arizona-based Arrowhead Dermatology, Inc.
Impact Group Acquires Co-Sales
- Jun 28, 2018
- Client News
Impact Group Acquires Co-Sales
Paul, Weiss represented Impact Group, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners and a leading sales and marketing agency, in its acquisition of independent food brokerage company Co-Sales.
General Atlantic Leads Series E Funding for SigFig
- Jun 19, 2018
- Client News
General Atlantic Leads Series E Funding for SigFig
Paul, Weiss advised General Atlantic in leading a $50 million Series E funding of SigFig, a San Francisco-based financial technology company for banks, advisors and consumers.
Perry Ellis to Be Acquired by George Feldenkreis
- Jun 16, 2018
- Client News
Perry Ellis to Be Acquired by George Feldenkreis
Perry Ellis International has agreed to be acquired by George Feldenkreis, Perry Ellis’ founder and a member of the company’s board of directors, in a transaction valued at $437 million.
General Atlantic to Sell CLEAResult
- Jun 18, 2018
- Client News
General Atlantic to Sell CLEAResult
Paul, Weiss is representing General Atlantic in its sale of CLEAResult, the country’s leading provider of energy efficiency solutions for utility companies, to TPG Growth and The Rise Fund.
Connecticut Bankruptcy Court Holds That Trademark Licensee Does Not Automatically Lose the Right to Use Trademarks When Debtor-Licensor Rejects License, Siding with Seventh Circuit in Circuit Split
- Jun 18, 2018
- Publications
Connecticut Bankruptcy Court Holds That Trademark Licensee Does Not Automatically Lose the Right to Use Trademarks When Debtor-Licensor Rejects License, Siding with Seventh Circuit in Circuit Split
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Connecticut recently examined a question at the heart of an existing circuit split regarding the consequence of trademark license rejection in bankruptcy: can a trademark licensee …
SoftBank Invests in Full Truck Alliance Group
- Jun 11, 2018
- Client News
SoftBank Invests in Full Truck Alliance Group
Paul, Weiss advised SoftBank Vision Fund in its investment in Chinese truck-hailing company Full Truck Alliance.
Taylor Morrison to Acquire AV Homes for $963 Million
- Jun 07, 2018
- Client News
Taylor Morrison to Acquire AV Homes for $963 Million
Paul, Weiss is representing homebuilder Taylor Morrison Home Corporation (NYSE: TMHC) in its acquisition of AV Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVHI).
Cumulus Media Emerges From Chapter 11
- Jun 12, 2018
- Client News
Cumulus Media Emerges From Chapter 11
Paul, Weiss advised Cumulus Media Inc., one of the United States’ largest radio station networks, in its successful reorganization under chapter 11.
GIS and HireRight to Merge
- May 25, 2018
- Client News
GIS and HireRight to Merge
Paul, Weiss is representing General Information Services (GIS), a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client General Atlantic, in its merger with HireRight.
Impact Group Acquires Three Independent Food Brokers
- May 17, 2018
- Client News
Impact Group Acquires Three Independent Food Brokers
Paul, Weiss represented leading sales and marketing agency Impact Group, a portfolio company of CI Capital, in its acquisition of three independent food brokerage companies in Minnesota and Wisconsin: Impact Sales & Associates,…
Hero Digital Acquires MaassMedia
- May 17, 2018
- Client News
Hero Digital Acquires MaassMedia
Paul, Weiss represented customer experience company Hero Digital in its acquisition of MaassMedia.
Cumulus Media to Exit Chapter 11
- May 04, 2018
- Client News
Cumulus Media to Exit Chapter 11
Paul, Weiss secured court approval for radio broadcasting company Cumulus Media Inc.’s financial reorganization plan in connection with its Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Driven Brands Funding Closes $275 Million Securitization
- Apr 24, 2018
- Client News
Driven Brands Funding Closes $275 Million Securitization
Paul, Weiss advised Driven Brands Funding, LLC, a leading franchisor and operator of aftermarket automobile services and parts distribution centers in the United States and Canada and an affiliate of our client Roark Capital Group, in …
Aero OpCo Acquires Nautica® Brand Operations
- Apr 30, 2018
- Client News
Aero OpCo Acquires Nautica® Brand Operations
Paul, Weiss advised Simon Property Group, L.P. and Aero OpCo LLC (Aero), an operating partner to global brands, in the acquisition of VF Corporation’s Nautica® brand business by Authentic Brands Group, LLC (ABG) and the subsequent…
Marriott Vacations Worldwide to Acquire ILG for $4.7 Billion
- Apr 30, 2018
- Client News
Marriott Vacations Worldwide to Acquire ILG for $4.7 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing timeshare operator ILG in its $4.7 billion cash-and-stock sale to Marriott Vacations Worldwide, creating a leading global provider of premier vacation experiences.
Crescent Communities to Sell Key Businesses to Sumitomo
- Apr 27, 2018
- Client News
Crescent Communities to Sell Key Businesses to Sumitomo
Paul, Weiss is representing North Carolina-based real estate development firm Crescent Communities, LLC in its sale to Sumitomo Forestry America, Inc., a housing and wood products subsidiary of Japan-based Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd.
MHP Real Estate Services and Banyan Street Capital Announce Joint Venture
- Apr 18, 2018
- Client News
MHP Real Estate Services and Banyan Street Capital Announce Joint Venture
Paul, Weiss is representing MHP Real Estate Services LLC, a New York City-based boutique real estate investment, management and brokerage firm, in its joint venture with Banyan Street Capital, a Miami, Florida-based real estate…
Impact Group Acquires Leading East Coast Sales & Marketing Agencies
- Apr 04, 2018
- Client News
Impact Group Acquires Leading East Coast Sales & Marketing Agencies
Paul, Weiss is representing sales and marketing agency Impact Group in its acquisition of Glen Cove, New York-based Wildfire Sales and Epic Natural Sales, both sales agencies focused on natural, organic and fair-trade products.
Palladium to Sell Prince to American Securities
- Mar 29, 2018
- Client News
Palladium to Sell Prince to American Securities
Paul, Weiss is representing Prince International Corporation, a portfolio company of funds affiliated with Palladium Equity Partners, LLC, in its sale to affiliates of American Securities LLC.
General Atlantic Invests in Landmark Health
- Mar 28, 2018
- Client News
General Atlantic Invests in Landmark Health
Paul, Weiss is representing General Atlantic in its investment in Landmark Health, a group that provides home-based medical care for chronically ill patients.
KPS Capital to Sell American & Efird to Platinum Equity Capital
- Feb 26, 2018
- Client News
KPS Capital to Sell American & Efird to Platinum Equity Capital
Paul, Weiss is representing North Carolina-based thread maker American & Efird (A&E), a portfolio company of KPS Capital Partners, in its sale to Platinum Equity Capital Partners.
Corfin Industries Acquired by Behrman Capital
- Feb 20, 2018
- Client News
Corfin Industries Acquired by Behrman Capital
Paul, Weiss represented Corfin Industries, LLC in its acquisition by New York- and San Francisco-based private equity investment firm Behrman Capital.
Qualcomm Enters into Amended Definitive Agreement to Acquire NXP for $44 Billion
- Feb 20, 2018
- Client News
Qualcomm Enters into Amended Definitive Agreement to Acquire NXP for $44 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing Qualcomm Incorporated in its amended agreement with NXP Semiconductors N.V. to increase to $127.50 per share its previously announced cash tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of NXP.
CI Capital Completes Sale of Galls to Charlesbank
- Feb 02, 2018
- Client News
CI Capital Completes Sale of Galls to Charlesbank
Paul, Weiss represented Galls, a leading supplier of public safety equipment and apparel, and CI Capital, in its sale to Charlesbank Capital Partners, LLC. Charlesbank's managed funds, together with members of the existing Galls…
CircusTrix Acquires Sky Zone
- Feb 01, 2018
- Client News
CircusTrix Acquires Sky Zone
Paul, Weiss represented CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, a leading developer, operator and franchisor of indoor active recreation parks, in its acquisition of Sky Zone, LLC and Sky Zone Franchise Group, LLC, a leading franchisor in the…
Ply Gem to Be Acquired by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice for $2.4 Billion
- Jan 31, 2018
- Client News
Ply Gem to Be Acquired by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice for $2.4 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing Ply Gem Holdings, Inc, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products, in its acquisition by investment funds sponsored Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R), under which CD&R will acquire all…
First Circuit Holds That Trademark Licensee Loses Right to Use Trademarks When Debtor-Licensor Rejects License
- Jan 31, 2018
- Publications
First Circuit Holds That Trademark Licensee Loses Right to Use Trademarks When Debtor-Licensor Rejects License
The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit recently held that section 365(n) of the Bankruptcy Code does not apply to trademarks, and that a licensee’s right to use licensed trademarks terminates upon rejection of its…
General Atlantic Invests in Benevity
- Jan 24, 2018
- Client News
General Atlantic Invests in Benevity
Paul, Weiss is representing General Atlantic LLC in its strategic investment in Benevity, Inc., a global provider of corporate social responsibility and employee engagement software.
Sanofi to Acquire Bioverativ for $11.6 Billion
- Jan 22, 2018
- Client News
Sanofi to Acquire Bioverativ for $11.6 Billion
Paul, Weiss is advising U.S. biopharmaceutical company Bioverativ Inc. in its proposed all-cash $11.6 billion acquisition by French pharmaceutical company Sanofi.
The Wendy's Company Completes Refinancing
- Jan 17, 2018
- Client News
The Wendy's Company Completes Refinancing
Paul, Weiss represented The Wendy's Company in connection with the refinancing of a portion of its 2015 whole business securitization.
Searchlight to Sell Marketing Company 160over90 to Endeavor Global Marketing
- Jan 09, 2018
- Client News
Searchlight to Sell Marketing Company 160over90 to Endeavor Global Marketing
As reported in The Wall Street Journal, Adweek and the Los Angeles Times, Paul, Weiss is advising Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. in the sale of its portfolio company 160over90 to Endeavor Global Marketing.
Performance Sports Group Wins Chapter 11 Plan Confirmation
- Dec 20, 2017
- Client News
Performance Sports Group Wins Chapter 11 Plan Confirmation
Fourteen months after Performance Sports Group—owner and distributor of sports brands such as BAUER Hockey and EASTON Baseball—entered bankruptcy, Paul, Weiss helped the company win confirmation of its chapter 11 plan.
Agrium and PotashCorp Complete Merger, Creating $36 Billion Company
- Jan 01, 2018
- Client News
Agrium and PotashCorp Complete Merger, Creating $36 Billion Company
Paul, Weiss represented Canadian agricultural products and services giant Agrium Inc. in its $36 billion merger of equals with Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan.
Stanley Martin to Acquire Homebuilding Operations of FrontDoor Communities
- Dec 20, 2017
- Client News
Stanley Martin to Acquire Homebuilding Operations of FrontDoor Communities
Paul, Weiss is representing homebuilder Stanley Martin Communities in its acquisition of the homebuilding assets of FrontDoor Communities in Atlanta, Georgia and Charleston, South Carolina.
CI Capital Sells IntraPac to ONCAP
- Dec 05, 2017
- Client News
CI Capital Sells IntraPac to ONCAP
Paul, Weiss represented IntraPac International Corporation, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners, in its sale to an entity controlled by ONCAP Management Partners, L.P., the mid-market arm of Canadian private equity firm Onex…
ADP Shareholders Re-Elect ADP Directors at Annual Meeting
- Nov 07, 2017
- Client News
ADP Shareholders Re-Elect ADP Directors at Annual Meeting
Paul, Weiss represented ADP in its successful proxy contest against Pershing Square.
Wilton Brands Sells Simplicity Creative Group to CSS Industries
- Nov 03, 2017
- Client News
Wilton Brands Sells Simplicity Creative Group to CSS Industries
Paul, Weiss represented craft and consumer products company Wilton Brands LLC in its all-cash sale of the domestic and international business of Simplicity Creative Group to controlled affiliates of CSS Industries, Inc.
HP Completes $1.05 Billion Acquisition of Samsung Global Printer Business
- Nov 01, 2017
- Client News
HP Completes $1.05 Billion Acquisition of Samsung Global Printer Business
Paul, Weiss represented leading computer and printer maker HP Inc. in its $1.05 billion acquisition of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.’s global printer business.
General Atlantic Completes Acquisition of a Stake in Authentic Brands
- Oct 25, 2017
- Client News
General Atlantic Completes Acquisition of a Stake in Authentic Brands
Paul, Weiss represented General Atlantic LLC in its acquisition of a minority stake in Authentic Brands Group LLC, a brand development, marketing, licensing and entertainment company.
eviCore to Be Acquired by Express Scripts for $3.6 Billion
- Oct 10, 2017
- Client News
eviCore to Be Acquired by Express Scripts for $3.6 Billion
As reported by Bloomberg, The Washington Post and other media outlets, Paul, Weiss is representing eviCore healthcare in its $3.6 billion acquisition by Express Scripts Holding Company.
Viking Global Investors to Back Rockefeller Capital Management
- Oct 04, 2017
- Client News
Viking Global Investors to Back Rockefeller Capital Management
Rockefeller Financial Services, Inc., the parent company of Rockefeller & co., and Gregory J. Fleming have agreed to form Rockefeller Capital Management, an independent financial services firm focused on wealth management, asset…
Mitel Completes Acquisition of ShoreTel
- Sep 25, 2017
- Client News
Mitel Completes Acquisition of ShoreTel
Paul, Weiss represented Mitel Networks Corporation in its $531 million all-cash acquisition of Sunnyvale, California-based communications solutions company ShoreTel, Inc.
Toys “R” Us Commences Chapter 11
- Sep 18, 2017
- Client News
Toys “R” Us Commences Chapter 11
Toy and baby products retail giant Toy “R” Us, Inc. and certain subsidiaries commenced Chapter 11 cases in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Hero Digital Acquires Delphic Digital
- Sep 07, 2017
- Client News
Hero Digital Acquires Delphic Digital
Paul, Weiss represented customer experience company Hero Digital, a portfolio company of CI Capital Partners, in its acquisition of Philadelphia-based Delphic Digital, a full service digital agency providing web design, web…
CI Capital Acquires AlliedPRA
- Aug 08, 2017
- Client News
CI Capital Acquires AlliedPRA
Paul, Weiss represented CI Capital Partners in its acquisition of AlliedPRA, a leading business events management company.
Michael Kors to Acquire Jimmy Choo for $1.35 Billion
- Jul 25, 2017
- Client News
Michael Kors to Acquire Jimmy Choo for $1.35 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing global fashion luxury brand Michael Kors Holdings Limited in its $1.35 billion acquisition of luxury footwear and accessories brand Jimmy Choo PLC.
Jimmy John’s Closes $850 Million Whole Business Securitization
- Jul 07, 2017
- Client News
Jimmy John’s Closes $850 Million Whole Business Securitization
Paul, Weiss advised Roark Capital Group on the whole-business securitization of Jimmy John’s LLC, an operator of more than 2,600 fast-casual restaurants across the United States.
General Atlantic Makes Strategic Investment in Mi9 Retail
- Jul 06, 2017
- Client News
General Atlantic Makes Strategic Investment in Mi9 Retail
Paul, Weiss advised leading global growth equity firm General Atlantic in its strategic investment in Mi9 Retail, a global supplier of omni-channel retail software.
General Atlantic and Silver Lake Announce Acquisition of A Place for Mom
- Jul 05, 2017
- Client News
General Atlantic and Silver Lake Announce Acquisition of A Place for Mom
Paul, Weiss represented the buying consortium of General Atlantic and Silver Lake in their proposed acquisition of A Place for Mom, a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus.
Oakwood Homes acquired by Clayton Properties Group
- Jul 03, 2017
- Client News
Oakwood Homes acquired by Clayton Properties Group
Paul, Weiss represented Oakwood Homes in its sale to Clayton Properties Group, a division of Clayton.
SnapAV to Be Acquired by Hellman & Friedman
- Jun 20, 2017
- Client News
SnapAV to Be Acquired by Hellman & Friedman
Paul, Weiss is representing SnapAV, a portfolio company of General Atlantic, in its sale to affiliates of Hellman & Friedman LLC.
Shaw Communications Sells ViaWest to Peak 10 for Cdn$2.3 Billion
- Jun 13, 2017
- Client News
Shaw Communications Sells ViaWest to Peak 10 for Cdn$2.3 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing Canadian telecommunications company Shaw Communications Inc. in the Cdn$2.3 billion sale of its subsidiary ViaWest, Inc. to Peak 10 Holding Corporation.
ADMA Biologics Completes Acquisition of Biotest’s Therapy Business Unit Assets
- Jun 06, 2017
- Client News
ADMA Biologics Completes Acquisition of Biotest’s Therapy Business Unit Assets
Paul, Weiss represented ADMA Biologics, Inc. in its acquisition of the assets of Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation’s Therapy Business Unit.
Coinstar Closes Innovative $900 Million Whole Business Securitization
- May 12, 2017
- Client News
Coinstar Closes Innovative $900 Million Whole Business Securitization
Paul, Weiss represented Apollo portfolio company Coinstar, LLC in connection with a first-of-its-kind $900 million whole business securitization of its coin exchange business.
Nutraceutical to Be Acquired by HGGC
- May 18, 2017
- Client News
Nutraceutical to Be Acquired by HGGC
Paul, Weiss is representing Nutraceutical International Corporation in its $446 million acquisition by HGGC, LLC, a leading middle-market private equity firm.
CDPQ and KKR Complete $4.3 Billion Acquisition of USI Insurance Services
- May 16, 2017
- Client News
CDPQ and KKR Complete $4.3 Billion Acquisition of USI Insurance Services
Paul, Weiss represented Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) in its $4.3 billion joint acquisition, with KKR, of USI Insurance Services (USI) from Onex Corporation.
Kate Spade Acquired by Coach for $2.4 Billion
- Jul 12, 2017
- Client News
Kate Spade Acquired by Coach for $2.4 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing high-end handbag and apparel maker Kate Spade & Company in its acquisition by Coach, Inc., a leading New York luxury accessories company.
Harris Corporation Completes Sale of Its Government IT Services Business to Veritas Capital
- May 02, 2017
- Client News
Harris Corporation Completes Sale of Its Government IT Services Business to Veritas Capital
Paul, Weiss represented Harris Corporation in the previously announced sale of its government IT services business to Veritas Capital for $690 million in cash.
Spectrum Brands to Acquire PetMatrix
- Apr 28, 2017
- Client News
Spectrum Brands to Acquire PetMatrix
Paul, Weiss is advising global consumer products company Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. in its acquisition of PetMatrix, LLC, a privately held manufacturer of rawhide-free dog chews.
Kohlberg Sells NBG Home
- Apr 27, 2017
- Client News
Kohlberg Sells NBG Home
Paul, Weiss represented Kohlberg & Company, L.L.C. and NBG Home in Kohlberg’s sale of NBG to Sycamore Partners.
CircusTrix Acquires Rockin’ Jump
- Apr 03, 2017
- Client News
CircusTrix Acquires Rockin’ Jump
Paul, Weiss represented CircusTrix Holdings, LLC, the world’s largest developer and operator of indoor extreme recreation parks, in its acquisition of Rockin’ Jump Holdings, LLC, a leading franchise operation in the indoor family…
Pivot Physical Therapy to Acquire ProCare Physical Therapy
- Mar 22, 2017
- Client News
Pivot Physical Therapy to Acquire ProCare Physical Therapy
Paul, Weiss is representing Pivot Physical Therapy, a leading provider of physical therapy, sports medicine and aquatic therapy services, in its acquisition of ProCare Physical Therapy, an outpatient physical therapy practice.
Air Methods to Be Acquired by American Securities
- Mar 14, 2017
- Client News
Air Methods to Be Acquired by American Securities
Paul, Weiss is representing Air Methods Corporation in its proposed acquisition by affiliates of American Securities LLC.
CI Capital Partners Sells Material Handling Services
- Mar 10, 2017
- Client News
CI Capital Partners Sells Material Handling Services
Paul, Weiss represented CI Capital Partners in the sale of one of its portfolio companies, Material Handling Services (MHS), a leading national provider of mission-critical material handling equipment and facility services.
Maroon Group Acquires Lincoln Fine Ingredients
- Feb 28, 2017
- Client News
Maroon Group Acquires Lincoln Fine Ingredients
Paul, Weiss client Maroon Group, LLC, one of the fastest-growing specialty chemical distributors in North America, and a portfolio company of CI Capital, acquired Lincoln Fine Ingredients, Inc., a Rhode Island-based distributor of…
Performance Sports Completes Sale of Assets to Investor Group
- Feb 28, 2017
- Client News
Performance Sports Completes Sale of Assets to Investor Group
In the culmination of a complex cross-border bankruptcy process, Paul, Weiss client Performance Sports completed the sale of its assets to an investor group led by Sagard Holdings and Fairfax Financial Holdings.
Panama Paper Journalists Complete Spinoff Into Independent Nonprofit News Organization
- Mar 01, 2017
- Client News
Panama Paper Journalists Complete Spinoff Into Independent Nonprofit News Organization
Paul, Weiss represented the organization behind the Panama Papers, the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), in its spinoff from the Center for Public Integrity, which founded ICIJ in 1997.
RBI to Acquire Popeyes for $1.8 Billion
- Feb 21, 2017
- Client News
RBI to Acquire Popeyes for $1.8 Billion
Paul, Weiss is representing Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI) in its proposed acquisition of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Inc. for $1.8 billion.
Hexion Closes First Lien and Senior Secured Notes Offerings
- Feb 08, 2017
- Client News
Hexion Closes First Lien and Senior Secured Notes Offerings
Paul, Weiss advised Hexion Inc., a global leader in thermoset resins and an Apollo portfolio company, in private offerings of $485 million aggregate principal amount of 10.375% first-priority senior secured notes due 2022 and…
ADMA Biologics to Acquire Therapy Business from Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation
- Jan 23, 2017
- Client News
ADMA Biologics to Acquire Therapy Business from Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Paul, Weiss is representing ADMA Biologics, Inc. in their agreement to acquire certain manufacturing and therapy-related assets from Biotest Pharmaceuticals Corporation.
Palladium Invests in CircusTrix
- Jan 10, 2017
- Client News
Palladium Invests in CircusTrix
Paul, Weiss represented Palladium Equity Partners, LLC in a significant investment by a Palladium affiliate in CircusTrix Holdings, LLC.
Prince Completes Acquisition of Erachem Manganese Chemicals Business
- Jan 03, 2017
- Client News
Prince Completes Acquisition of Erachem Manganese Chemicals Business
Paul, Weiss represented PMHC II, Inc., the parent company of Prince International Corporation and a portfolio company of funds affiliated with Palladium Equity Partners, LLC, in the completion on December 30, 2016 of its…
Berkshire Partners Invests in Kendra Scott Design
- Dec 21, 2016
- Client News
Berkshire Partners Invests in Kendra Scott Design
Paul, Weiss is advising Berkshire Partners LLC, a Boston-based investment firm, in its minority investment in Kendra Scott Design, Inc., a leading fashion accessories brand. Kendra Scott will continue as majority shareholder and…
Great Lakes Caring Gets New Equity Partner in Blue Wolf Capital
- Nov 29, 2016
- Client News
Great Lakes Caring Gets New Equity Partner in Blue Wolf Capital
Paul, Weiss advised Great Lakes Caring Home Health and Hospice in an agreement with Blue Wolf Capital Partners.
Estée Lauder to Acquire Too Faced Cosmetics for $1.45 Billion
- Nov 14, 2016
- Client News
Estée Lauder to Acquire Too Faced Cosmetics for $1.45 Billion
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced that it will acquire Paul, Weiss client Too Faced Cosmetics, LLC, a feminine makeup brand and General Atlantic portfolio company for approximately $1.45 billion.
Qualcomm to Acquire NXP
- Oct 27, 2016
- Client News
Qualcomm to Acquire NXP
Paul, Weiss is representing wireless technology leader Qualcomm Incorporated in its agreement to acquire NXP Semiconductors for $47 billion.
Stanley-Martin Communities to Be Acquired by Daiwa House
- Oct 26, 2016
- Client News
Stanley-Martin Communities to Be Acquired by Daiwa House
Paul, Weiss is advising Stanley-Martin Communities, LLC in its agreement to be acquired by a subsidiary of Daiwa House Group, the largest homebuilding company based in Japan.
Metropoulos and Utz to Form Strategic Partnership
- Oct 18, 2016
- Client News
Metropoulos and Utz to Form Strategic Partnership
Paul, Weiss advised Metropoulos & Co., the family-owned investment firm specializing in iconic American brands and assets, in the formation of a strategic partnership with Utz Quality Foods, LLC.
Berlin Packaging to Acquire Bruni Glass
- Oct 11, 2016
- Client News
Berlin Packaging to Acquire Bruni Glass
Paul, Weiss client Berlin Packaging, a portfolio company of Oak Hill Capital Partners, announced that it has agreed to acquire Italy-based Bruni Glass, a provider of glass packages designed for spirits, wine, food and gourmet…
Aéropostale Consortium Finalizes Acquisition
- Sep 15, 2016
- Client News
Aéropostale Consortium Finalizes Acquisition
Paul, Weiss client Simon Property Group, together with its consortium members General Growth Property and Authentic Brands Group announced that they had finalized the acquisition of the global trend-focused apparel and…
Agrium and PotashCorp to Merge, Creating $36 Billion Company
- Sep 12, 2016
- Client News
Agrium and PotashCorp to Merge, Creating $36 Billion Company
Paul, Weiss is advising Agrium Inc. in its $36 billion merger of equals agreement with Potash Corporation.
Roark Capital Takes Majority Stake in Jimmy John’s
- Sep 08, 2016
- Client News
Roark Capital Takes Majority Stake in Jimmy John’s
Paul, Weiss is representing an affiliate of Roark Capital Group in its agreement to acquire a majority interest in Jimmy John's Sandwiches, one of the largest and fastest-growing fast-casual restaurant brands in the U.S. Terms of …
NBGHome Acquires Plantation Patterns
- Jul 19, 2016
- Client News
NBGHome Acquires Plantation Patterns
NBGHome, a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client Kohlberg & Co., L.L.C., announced that it has acquired Plantation Patterns, LLC, a leading provider of outdoor soft home products to mass, home improvement, discount and…
Nichi-Iko Pharmaceutical to Acquire Sagent Pharmaceuticals
- Jul 10, 2016
- Client News
Nichi-Iko Pharmaceutical to Acquire Sagent Pharmaceuticals
Paul, Weiss client Nichi-Iko Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., the largest generic drug manufacturer in Japan by sales, announced that it has agreed to acquire Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in an all-cash tender offer followed by a…
Diamond Resorts to Be Acquired by Funds Affiliated With Apollo
- Jun 29, 2016
- Client News
Diamond Resorts to Be Acquired by Funds Affiliated With Apollo
As reported by The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg and other media outlets, Diamond Resorts International, Inc. announced on June 29 that it has agreed to be acquired by affiliates of funds managed by Paul, Weiss…
Cengage Learning Closes $620 Million Notes Offering and $1.96 Billion Credit
- Jun 07, 2016
- Client News
Cengage Learning Closes $620 Million Notes Offering and $1.96 Billion Credit
Paul, Weiss client Cengage Learning, a leading global provider of content and digital learning solutions, completed its private offering of $620 million aggregate principal amount of 9.500% senior notes due 2024.
CI Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Epiphany Dermatology
- Jun 20, 2016
- Client News
CI Capital Acquires Majority Stake in Epiphany Dermatology
Paul, Weiss client CI Capital Partners announced that it has indirectly acquired, through an affiliate, a majority interest in the practice management company for Epiphany Dermatology, a Texas-based operator of dermatology…
General Atlantic Leads Series C Funding in Seismic
- May 25, 2016
- Client News
General Atlantic Leads Series C Funding in Seismic
Seismic, a leading enterprise software company, announced that Paul, Weiss client General Atlantic has led a strategic growth investment in the company through a Series C round of funding.
Time Warner Cable Completes Merger With Charter Communications
- May 18, 2016
- Client News
Time Warner Cable Completes Merger With Charter Communications
Paul, Weiss represented Time Warner Cable Inc. in its completed merger with Charter Communications, Inc. As a result of the merger, Charter and Time Warner Cable have both become wholly owned subsidiaries of a new, publicly…
Nippon Steel to Enhance Strategic Partnership With Vallourec
- Feb 01, 2016
- Client News
Nippon Steel to Enhance Strategic Partnership With Vallourec
As reported in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters and other media outlets, Paul, Weiss client Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation (NSSMC) announced that it has agreed to increase its stake…
PulteGroup Completes Acquisition of Homebuilding Assets From John Wieland Homes
- Jan 15, 2016
- Client News
PulteGroup Completes Acquisition of Homebuilding Assets From John Wieland Homes
PulteGroup, Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced agreement to acquire certain homebuilding assets of Paul, Weiss client John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, one of the country's premier builders of move-up…
ProAmpac Completes Acquisition of Coating Excellence International
- Dec 23, 2015
- Client News
ProAmpac Completes Acquisition of Coating Excellence International
Paul, Weiss client Wellspring Capital Management LLC announced that its portfolio company ProAmpac has completed its previously announced acquisition of Coating Excellence International (CEI), a flexible packaging and technical…
PulteGroup to Acquire Homebuilding Assets From John Wieland Homes
- Dec 16, 2015
- Client News
PulteGroup to Acquire Homebuilding Assets From John Wieland Homes
PulteGroup, Inc. announced that it has agreed to acquire certain homebuilding assets of Paul, Weiss client John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, one of the country's premier builders of move-up and luxury homes.
Lennar Acquires Homes and Buildable Sites From Orleans Homes
- Dec 07, 2015
- Client News
Lennar Acquires Homes and Buildable Sites From Orleans Homes
Lennar Corporation, one of the largest homebuilders in the U.S., announced that it has acquired more than 450 homes and buildable home sites from Paul, Weiss client Orleans Homes.
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Six New Partners
- Dec 04, 2015
- Firm News
Paul, Weiss Announces Election of Six New Partners
Six new partners have been elected to the partnership, effective January 1, 2016: Jacob A. Adlerstein, Geoffrey R. Chepiga, Ellen N. Ching, William A. Clareman, Gregory F. Laufer and Claudine Meredith-Goujon.
Wellspring Acquires AdvoServ
- Nov 24, 2015
- Client News
Wellspring Acquires AdvoServ
Paul, Weiss client Wellspring Capital Management LLC announced that it has acquired AdvoServ, a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare provider specializing in clinical, educational and residential services for children and…
KPS Capital Partners to Sell Motor Coach Industries for $480 Million
- Nov 10, 2015
- Client News
KPS Capital Partners to Sell Motor Coach Industries for $480 Million
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners, LP announced that it had agreed through an affiliate to sell its portfolio company Motor Coach Industries International, Inc., a leading manufacturer of intercity coaches in the U.S. and…
Smashburger to Sell Minority Stake to Jollibee Foods
- Oct 13, 2015
- Client News
Smashburger to Sell Minority Stake to Jollibee Foods
As reported by The Wall Street Journal and other media outlets, Paul, Weiss client Smashburger Master LLC, a Denver-based leading "fast casual" restaurant brand with 335 corporate and franchised restaurants operating in 35 states …
Avant Announces $325 Million Funding Round Led by General Atlantic
- Sep 30, 2015
- Client News
Avant Announces $325 Million Funding Round Led by General Atlantic
As reported by The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Bloomberg and other media outlets, Avant Inc., a marketplace lending platform, announced a definitive agreement related to a $325 million equity finance round led by Paul, Weiss…
Griffin-American Healthcare REIT III Joint Venture to Acquire Trilogy Health Services for $1.125 Billion
- Sep 15, 2015
- Client News
Griffin-American Healthcare REIT III Joint Venture to Acquire Trilogy Health Services for $1.125 Billion
Griffin-American Healthcare REIT III, Inc. (Griffin-American) announced that a joint venture formed between Griffin-American and NorthStar Healthcare Income Inc. agreed to acquire Trilogy Investors LLC, the parent company of…
Berlin Packaging Acquires Vivid Packaging
- Aug 31, 2015
- Client News
Berlin Packaging Acquires Vivid Packaging
Paul, Weiss client Berlin Packaging, LLC, a portfolio company of Oak Hill Capital Partners, acquired Vivid Packaging, Inc., a provider of custom packaging products and services in North America.
CI Capital Completes Sale of KIK Custom Products
- Aug 26, 2015
- Client News
CI Capital Completes Sale of KIK Custom Products
Paul, Weiss client CI Capital Partners completed the sale of its portfolio company KIK Custom Products to Centerbridge Partners. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Matthews International Closes Acquisition of Aurora Casket
- Aug 20, 2015
- Client News
Matthews International Closes Acquisition of Aurora Casket
On August 20, Matthews International Corporation completed its acquisition of Aurora Casket Company from Paul, Weiss client Kohlberg & Company.
Deep Eddy Vodka to Be Acquired by Heaven Hill
- Aug 20, 2015
- Client News
Deep Eddy Vodka to Be Acquired by Heaven Hill
Heaven Hill Brands, the nation's largest family-owned and family-operated distilled spirits supplier, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Paul, Weiss client Deep Eddy Vodka, one of the fastest-growing spirits…
Fiskars Completes Acquisition of WWRD
- Jul 02, 2015
- Client News
Fiskars Completes Acquisition of WWRD
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners announced it has completed the sale of its portfolio company, WWRD Holdings Limited, to Fiskars Corporation, a leading consumer goods company. With the closing of the acquisition, Fiskars…
KIK Custom Products to be Acquired by Centerbridge Partners
- Jun 30, 2015
- Client News
KIK Custom Products to be Acquired by Centerbridge Partners
Paul, Weiss client KIK Custom Products, a global leader in the development and marketing of pool and spa treatment products and one of North America's largest independent manufacturers of household and personal care products,…
Spectrum Brands Closes Multicurrency Credit Facility
- Jun 23, 2015
- Client News
Spectrum Brands Closes Multicurrency Credit Facility
Paul, Weiss client Spectrum Brands, Inc. closed an approximately $2.4 billion multicurrency credit facility. The new credit facility refinances all of Spectrum's current bank debt in U.S., European and Canadian currency and…
General Atlantic to Acquire Majority Stake in Too Faced Cosmetics
- Jun 04, 2015
- Client News
General Atlantic to Acquire Majority Stake in Too Faced Cosmetics
As reported in the Wall Street Journal and other media outlets, Paul, Weiss client General Atlantic, a leader in global growth investing, and Too Faced Cosmetics, a leading global beauty brand, announced the launch of a new…
Aurora Casket Company to Be Acquired by Matthews International
- Jun 09, 2015
- Client News
Aurora Casket Company to Be Acquired by Matthews International
Aurora Casket Company, a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client Kohlberg & Company, L.L.C., announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Matthews International Corporation.
Wendy’s Closes $2.275 Billion Whole Business Securitization
- Jun 01, 2015
- Client News
Wendy’s Closes $2.275 Billion Whole Business Securitization
Paul, Weiss represented The Wendy's Company in connection with its $2.275 billion whole business securitization of its franchise system. Wendy's Funding, LLC issued securitization notes, rated BBB by Standard & Poor's Rating…
Charter Communications to Merge With Time Warner Cable
- May 26, 2015
- Client News
Charter Communications to Merge With Time Warner Cable
As reported in major media outlets, Paul, Weiss client Time Warner Cable and Charter Communications, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Charter to merge with Time Warner Cable.
KPS Capital Partners to Sell WWRD to Fiskars Corporation
- May 11, 2015
- Client News
KPS Capital Partners to Sell WWRD to Fiskars Corporation
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners, LP announced that it has signed a definitive agreement, through an affiliate, to sell its portfolio company WWRD Holdings Ltd. to Fiskars Corporation for $437 million in cash, subject to a …
Spectrum Brands Agrees to Acquire Armored AutoGroup for $1.4 Billion
- Apr 28, 2015
- Client News
Spectrum Brands Agrees to Acquire Armored AutoGroup for $1.4 Billion
Paul, Weiss client Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement for the purchase of Armored AutoGroup Parent, Inc. from Avista Capital Partners for $1.4 billion in cash and assumed debt.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to Acquire Scholastic’s Educational Technology and Services Business for $575 Million
- Apr 23, 2015
- Client News
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to Acquire Scholastic’s Educational Technology and Services Business for $575 Million
Paul, Weiss client Houghton Mifflin Harcourt announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Educational Technology and Services division of Scholastic Corporation for $575 million in cash. The deal is…
MedExpress to Be Acquired by Optum
- Apr 08, 2015
- Client News
MedExpress to Be Acquired by Optum
Optum, a leading health services company, announced it is acquiring MedExpress, a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client General Atlantic. MedExpress is a national leader in high-quality, affordable walk-in care. Terms of the…
TowerBrook to Acquire J.Jill
- Mar 31, 2015
- Client News
TowerBrook to Acquire J.Jill
Paul, Weiss client TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P., a New York and London-based investment management firm, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase J.Jill, a leading multi-channel fashion retailer…
HCP Announces $849 Million Acquisition of Private Pay Senior Housing Portfolio
- Mar 17, 2015
- Client News
HCP Announces $849 Million Acquisition of Private Pay Senior Housing Portfolio
Paul, Weiss client HCP, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire from Chartwell Retirement Residences a portfolio of private pay senior housing communities for $849 million. The portfolio will be…
Claudine Meredith-Goujon to Participate in PLI Panel on Advanced Licensing Agreements
- Mar 09, 2015
- Events
Claudine Meredith-Goujon to Participate in PLI Panel on Advanced Licensing Agreements
Intellectual property counsel Claudine Meredith-Goujon will participate in a panel discussion at the Practising Law Institute's seminar, Advanced Licensing Agreements. Claudine's panel, titled "Copyright, Content and…
Claudine Meredith-Goujon to Participate in Panel on IP Transactional Law
- Mar 05, 2015
- Events
Claudine Meredith-Goujon to Participate in Panel on IP Transactional Law
Intellectual property counsel Claudine Meredith-Goujon will participate in a discussion about IP transactional law and counseling, including due diligence, protection of IP assets and ancillary licensing at the New York …
Guggenheim Securities Acts as Initial Purchaser in $2.6 Billion Dunkin’ Brands Securitization
- Feb 04, 2015
- Client News
Guggenheim Securities Acts as Initial Purchaser in $2.6 Billion Dunkin’ Brands Securitization
Paul, Weiss represented Guggenheim Securities as initial purchaser in connection with Dunkin' Brands, Inc.'s $2.6 billion whole business securitization of its Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin-Robbins restaurant chains, which closed…
Grupo Salinas Completes $2.5 Billion Sale of Mexican Wireless Provider
- Jan 16, 2015
- Client News
Grupo Salinas Completes $2.5 Billion Sale of Mexican Wireless Provider
Paul, Weiss client Grupo Salinas completed the sale of Mexican wireless company Iusacell to AT&T for $2.5 billion, inclusive of Iusacell's debt. As part of the transaction, AT&T acquired all of Iusacell's wireless properties,…
Spectrum Brands Acquires Procter & Gamble’s European Pet Food Business
- Dec 31, 2014
- Client News
Spectrum Brands Acquires Procter & Gamble’s European Pet Food Business
Paul, Weiss client Spectrum Brands Holdings completed its previously announced acquisition of Procter & Gamble's European pet food business, consisting of the complementary IAMS and Eukanuba premium brands for dogs and cats.…
New York Life to Acquire IndexIQ
- Dec 04, 2014
- Client News
New York Life to Acquire IndexIQ
Paul, Weiss client IndexIQ, an asset manager offering a suite of exchange-traded funds and other hedge fund replication products, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by New York Life Insurance…
Vox Media and General Atlantic Enter Strategic Partnership
- Dec 01, 2014
- Client News
Vox Media and General Atlantic Enter Strategic Partnership
As reported in The New York Times and other media outlets, Vox Media, one of the world's fastest-growing media companies, and Paul, Weiss client General Atlantic announced the launch of a new strategic partnership, with …
Client Alert: New Considerations for Trademark Licenses in a 363 Sale
- Nov 17, 2014
- Publications
Client Alert: New Considerations for Trademark Licenses in a 363 Sale
On October 31, 2014, Bankruptcy Judge Kaplan of the District of New Jersey addressed two issues critically important to intellectual property licensees and purchasers: (i) can a trademark licensee use section 365(n) of the…
Encana Acquires Athlon Energy for $7.1 Billion
- Nov 13, 2014
- Client News
Encana Acquires Athlon Energy for $7.1 Billion
Paul, Weiss client Encana Corporation closed the cash tender offer made by its indirect, wholly owned subsidiary, Alenco Acquisition Company, Inc., to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of…
Quantum Strategic Partners Closes Purchase of Outstanding Shares of Atlantica Hotels
- Oct 23, 2014
- Client News
Quantum Strategic Partners Closes Purchase of Outstanding Shares of Atlantica Hotels
Quantum Strategic Partners, Ltd., an affiliate of Paul, Weiss client Soros Fund Management, LLC, announced the closing of its purchase of all of the outstanding securities of Atlantica Hotels International, Ltd., a Cayman Islands …
AT&T to Acquire Mexican Wireless Provider Iusacell for $2.5 billion
- Nov 07, 2014
- Client News
AT&T to Acquire Mexican Wireless Provider Iusacell for $2.5 billion
AT&T announced it has entered into an agreement with Paul, Weiss client Grupo Salinas to acquire Mexican wireless company Iusacell for $2.5 billion, inclusive of Iusacell's debt. Under the terms of the agreement, AT&T will…
Paul, Weiss Represents Guggenheim Securities in Whole-Business Securitization
- Oct 07, 2014
- Client News
Paul, Weiss Represents Guggenheim Securities in Whole-Business Securitization
Paul, Weiss represented Guggenheim Securities as initial purchaser in connection with DineEquity, Inc.'s $1.3 billion whole-business securitization of its Applebee's and IHOP restaurant chains (closed September 30, 2014).…
UBM to Acquire Advanstar for $972 Million
- Oct 01, 2014
- Client News
UBM to Acquire Advanstar for $972 Million
As reported in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and other media outlets, UBM plc announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Paul, Weiss client Advanstar Communications for $972 million in…
Spectrum Brands to Acquire Procter & Gamble’s European Pet Food Business
- Sep 23, 2014
- Client News
Spectrum Brands to Acquire Procter & Gamble’s European Pet Food Business
Paul, Weiss client Spectrum Brands Holdings announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Procter & Gamble's European pet food business, consisting of the complementary IAMS and Eukanuba premium brands for…
Spectrum Brands Agrees to Acquire Tell Manufacturing
- Sep 18, 2014
- Client News
Spectrum Brands Agrees to Acquire Tell Manufacturing
Paul, Weiss client Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., a global and diversified consumer products company with market-leading brands, announced its Hardware and Home Improvement Group has signed a definitive agreement to acquire privately …
Oasis Beverages to Acquire Pabst Brewing Company
- Sep 17, 2014
- Client News
Oasis Beverages to Acquire Pabst Brewing Company
Paul, Weiss client Pabst Brewing Company, North America's largest privately held brewing company and the owner of Pabst Blue Ribbon and other iconic American brands, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Oasis …
Citibank to Sell Texas-Based Retail Banking Business
- Aug 28, 2014
- Client News
Citibank to Sell Texas-Based Retail Banking Business
Paul, Weiss client, Citibank, N.A. agreed to sell its retail banking business in the Dallas, Houston, Midland and Odessa, Texas markets to Branch Banking and Trust Company (BB&T), including the sale of 41 of the company's…
Ply Gem to Acquire Simonton Windows
- Aug 19, 2014
- Client News
Ply Gem to Acquire Simonton Windows
Paul, Weiss client Ply Gem Holdings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, through its subsidiary, Ply Gem Industries, signed an agreement with Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. to…
KPS to Sell Waupaca Foundry to Hitachi Metals for $1.3 Billion
- Aug 19, 2014
- Client News
KPS to Sell Waupaca Foundry to Hitachi Metals for $1.3 Billion
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners, LP announced that it has signed a definitive agreement, through an affiliate, to sell portfolio company Waupaca Foundry, Inc. to Hitachi Metals, Ltd. for $1.3 billion in cash. Completion…
Oak Hill to Sell ViaWest to Shaw Communications
- Aug 04, 2014
- Client News
Oak Hill to Sell ViaWest to Shaw Communications
Oak Hill Capital Partners and other shareholders have entered in to a definitive agreement to sell Oak Hill portfolio company and Paul, Weiss client ViaWest, Inc., to Shaw Communications Inc., one of the largest Canadian…
Autocam Corporation To Merge With NN
- Jul 21, 2014
- Client News
Autocam Corporation To Merge With NN
Paul, Weiss client Autocam Corporation announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by NN, Inc., a Tennessee-based manufacturer and supplier of high precision metal bearing components and industrial…
CI Capital Partners Completes Sale of American Residential Services to Charlesbank Capital Partners
- May 06, 2014
- Client News
CI Capital Partners Completes Sale of American Residential Services to Charlesbank Capital Partners
Paul, Weiss client CI Capital Partners (CI) completed the sale of its portfolio company, American Residential Services (ARS), a leading provider of air conditioning and plumbing services nationwide, to Charlesbank Capital…
William Morris Endeavor Closes Acquisition of IMG
- May 06, 2014
- Client News
William Morris Endeavor Closes Acquisition of IMG
Paul, Weiss client William Morris Endeavor Entertainment and Silver Lake announced the official closing of the acquisition of sports and media company IMG Worldwide. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Shred-it Combines with Cintas’ Document Shredding Business
- May 01, 2014
- Client News
Shred-it Combines with Cintas’ Document Shredding Business
Shred-it International Inc., a portfolio company of Paul, Weiss client Birch Hill Equity Partners, completed a previously announced transaction to combine with Cintas Corporation's document destruction business to form the…
Awards & Recognition
KPS Capital Wins Two Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Awards
- Mar 24, 2015
- Awards
KPS Capital Wins Two Buyouts “Deal of the Year” Awards
Paul, Weiss client KPS Capital Partners LP has earned two Buyouts "Deal of the Year" awards for three of the past four years. KPS's $1.44 billion sale of Waupaca Foundry to Hitachi Metals was named the 2015 "Deal of the …
Paul, Weiss Recognized in the February Issue of The American Lawyer
- Feb 14, 2012
- Awards