Praised by clients for its 'outstanding proficiency' the team at Morrison & Foerster is recognised for its strong focus on take-private transactions, in addition to being active in the tech, e-commerce, and life sciences sectors. 'Always on top of her game', practice co-head Marcia Ellis also leads the firm's private equity group, and handles the full spectrum of private equity driven M&A. Co-head Maureen Ho primarily assists real estate and private equity funds with LBOs, joint ventures, and pre-IPO investments.
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Testimonials
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- 'Led by seasoned partner Marcia Ellis, MoFo stands out from their competitors mainly for the following reasons: Outstanding proficiency, it is exceptional in tackling complex transactions and managing intricate issues, such as government relationship, restructuring, national security, and regulatory matters.'
- 'Client-oriented service – Their commitment impresses me, as they consistently go above and beyond to secure the best outcomes for us, and their responsiveness is unparalleled.'
- 'Marcia Ellis is a highly recognised, top-notch PE M&A lawyer with significant expertise and insight into both China and the U.S. markets. Her advice is always to-the-point, practical, and commercially minded. She is always on top of her game, taking into account various legal and commercial dimensions in her legal advice.'
- 'Overall speaking, I enjoy working with the MoFo team for their professionalism and exceptional client service.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marcia Ellis, Maureen Ho