Capital Markets Expertise

At our firm, we are deeply engaged in Capital Markets Expertise, offering a full range of services across various securities products. Our expertise encompasses debt and equity Capital Markets Expertise, high-yield securities, structured finance, derivatives, securitization, and corporate trust services. We proudly serve a diverse clientele, including global financial institutions, issuers, borrowers, funds, asset managers, and fintech companies.

Our team is well-versed in the latest market trends, such as the rise of cryptocurrencies and the ongoing evolution of financial technology. These developments present new challenges to traditional investment strategies and regulatory structures, and we provide guidance to our clients navigating these complexities. We offer expert advice on complex financial litigation, including disputes in structured finance, derivatives cases, and class actions.

With years of experience across various practice areas, we combine the necessary expertise to handle intricate financing transactions. Our areas of focus include corporate governance, debt financing, investment funds, real estate, tax law, securities litigation, environmental law, intellectual property, and ERISA. Through a collaborative approach, we integrate these diverse practices to deliver comprehensive and effective solutions to our clients.

Our extensive experience enables us to concentrate on the key issues that matter most, all while being mindful of the time constraints and resource limitations our clients often face. We are committed to cultivating long-term, trusted relationships with issuers and their management teams, tailoring our services to help them achieve their strategic objectives in an ever-changing market landscape.

Mergers & Acquisitions Expertise

Our law firm's mergers and acquisitions practice is a leader in some of the most high-profile transactions, providing expert counsel to publicly traded companies, private businesses, financial sponsors, boards of directors, and financial advisors. We have a strong presence in key markets, including the United States, Europe, the United Kingdom, Japan, Singapore, and emerging economies. Our deep understanding of the regulatory environments in these regions enables us to navigate complex legal challenges with ease.

We prioritize understanding the unique needs of our clients and tailor transactions to address their specific challenges, ensuring smooth execution across industries and jurisdictions. Our expertise spans a variety of sectors, including e-commerce, information security, biotechnology, materials science, and real estate. We use our extensive resources to help clients achieve their strategic goals and deliver innovative solutions.

With more than half of our attorneys located outside the United States, we are especially well-positioned to advise on cross-border transactions, which account for 66% of our deals. Our global reach allows us to provide localized services while drawing on our in-depth knowledge of M&A practices in key financial and commercial centers.

In addition to delivering exceptional results, we are dedicated to providing outstanding client service and maintaining the highest standards of quality. This commitment has fostered long-term relationships based on trust and excellence, earning us the continued loyalty of top M&A professionals who rely on us for their most complex transactional needs.

Real Estate Practice

Our law firm has a strong presence in the real estate sector, providing services to a broad spectrum of institutional clients in major markets such as the United States, Europe, Japan, Australia, Singapore, and emerging economies. We are extensively involved in all facets of the real estate industry, including acquisition, development, leasing, financing, investment management, regulatory compliance, and property management.

Our skilled real estate team collaborates across a variety of legal areas, such as fund formation, taxation, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, finance, planning, and development. Leveraging our global reach, deep local market expertise, and multidisciplinary knowledge, we offer tailored solutions throughout the entire real estate investment lifecycle.

We represent some of the most active and prominent private equity sponsors, pension funds, publicly listed real estate investment trusts (REITs), and other institutional investors in their real estate projects. Our firm provides top-tier legal counsel across a wide range of real estate transaction-related areas. Furthermore, we offer strategic insights into real estate financing, covering all aspects of capital structures, including corporate term loans, revolving credit facilities, bond issuances, CMBS financing, and mezzanine loans.

By taking a comprehensive approach, we have become a trusted partner in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions, helping our clients achieve their business objectives in an increasingly competitive and dynamic market.

Internet and Social Media

Our firm provides a comprehensive legal practice in Internet and social media law, offering expert guidance to clients navigating the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The Internet and social media present unparalleled opportunities for businesses to promote their products and services, and we are dedicated to helping clients capitalize on these opportunities while managing the legal challenges that arise.

We represent a diverse range of clients, from startups and established corporations to individual influencers, ensuring they remain compliant with applicable laws and regulations while fully leveraging online platforms. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel on legal, regulatory, and policy matters related to social media, including risk management, compliance, and intellectual property protection across these platforms.

Our team is highly experienced in protecting the intellectual property of our global clients, ensuring their assets are shielded from infringement and unauthorized online use. We also represent clients in litigation involving deceptive online practices, such as infringing websites and fraudulent use of trademarks, trade names, and other intellectual property rights.

By staying ahead of industry trends and legal developments, our firm empowers clients to make informed decisions in the digital realm. With a focus on delivering practical solutions and robust legal support, we are committed to helping our clients thrive in the digital age while expertly navigating the complexities of the online environment.

Tax Disputes Expertise

Our firm combines deep industry knowledge, technical expertise, and a practical approach to provide comprehensive tax services across a broad range of jurisdictions. Our attorneys work collaboratively to guide clients through the complex tax issues that arise in the ever-changing global business and regulatory landscape.

With a diverse set of capabilities, we offer tax advice in various interconnected areas. We assist clients across industries such as bankruptcy and corporate restructuring, derivatives, joint ventures, tax planning, legislative and regulatory developments, and state and local tax matters. Additionally, our team provides experienced representation to help clients secure rulings and guidance from tax authorities.

As globalization continues to shape tax environments, clients encounter increasingly complex challenges that require a deep understanding of national tax codes, tax treaties, information-sharing programs, and cross-border tax implications. Clients rely on our extensive experience and technical proficiency, as well as our global tax practice, to provide practical, customized advice that supports their strategic business objectives. Our attorneys also collaborate closely with experts in other transactional areas to ensure clients receive comprehensive tax guidance necessary for successfully completing deals.

International Arbitration Practice

Our law firm offers unparalleled experience and expertise in both commercial and investor-state arbitration. With a global reach, we handle a wide range of jurisdictions and languages, ensuring that we can effectively meet the needs of our clients across borders. Our team brings in-depth knowledge of key industries, including financial services, energy, mining and metals, pharmaceuticals, technology, telecommunications, transportation, construction, retail, and manufacturing.

We understand the intricacies of various legal systems worldwide, which allows us to guide clients smoothly through every phase of cross-border disputes. Whether it's developing risk mitigation strategies, negotiating settlements, or managing high-stakes arbitration proceedings, our firm is well-equipped to address complex challenges. We also handle related court litigation, regardless of jurisdiction, language, governing law, or subject matter.

Our firm represents clients in major international commercial arbitrations, administered by leading arbitral institutions such as the ICC, ICDR, LCIA, HKIAC, PCA, SIAC, and SCC, as well as in ad hoc arbitrations.

By offering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions, we help clients navigate the complexities of cross-border legal risks and secure favorable outcomes. Our reputation for successful advocacy, even in the most challenging cases, demonstrates our unwavering commitment to safeguarding our clients' interests.

Class Action Litigation

Our firm has established a highly regarded practice in class action litigation, representing clients across a broad range of industries. We are deeply experienced in the complexities of class actions, from initial case evaluation to the intricate processes of trial and settlement. Our skilled attorneys excel at navigating the legal landscape, ensuring robust protection of our clients' rights throughout the litigation journey.

We focus on resolving disputes early, helping clients avoid the financial strain of prolonged litigation. Our track record includes major victories in various class action cases, including consumer fraud, product liability, antitrust, and shareholder lawsuits. Additionally, we have been pioneers in class actions on behalf of individuals harmed by online fraud, reaffirming our dedication to holding wrongdoers accountable for deceptive practices.

Leveraging our extensive knowledge and resources, we work closely with clients to build compelling cases that can withstand rigorous challenges. By employing innovative legal strategies and customizing our approach for each case, we aim to secure justice and ensure accountability. Our firm's reputation in class action litigation is grounded in our integrity, persistence, and a proven history of successful outcomes.

Fund recovery

Our firm has developed a distinguished practice in fund recovery, providing expert legal services to clients seeking to recover assets lost through fraud, misappropriation, or other illicit activities. We specialize in navigating the complexities of cross-border financial disputes, leveraging our deep knowledge of international regulations and financial systems to help clients regain their funds.

With extensive experience across a wide range of industries, our team is adept at identifying and pursuing legal avenues for recovery, whether through litigation, arbitration, or negotiation. We work closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and develop tailored strategies that maximize the likelihood of a successful recovery. Our practice encompasses a variety of fund recovery matters, including fraud, investment mismanagement, Ponzi schemes, and the enforcement of judgments in foreign jurisdictions.

Our attorneys are skilled in utilizing both traditional legal mechanisms and innovative techniques to trace and recover assets, working alongside financial experts and investigators when necessary. We also provide guidance on protecting assets against further loss during How We Recover Assets, ensuring that our clients' interests are fully safeguarded.

With a commitment to delivering practical solutions, our firm has built a strong reputation for securing favorable outcomes in even the most challenging fund recovery cases. Clients trust us for our integrity, strategic approach, and determination to protect their financial interests.