The team at Latham & Watkins LLP has broad expertise spanning the technology, healthcare, and logistics sectors, frequently assisting private equity funds and investors with late stage investments. Additionally, the team exhibits deep expertise in consortia arrangements, management buyouts and accordion financings. Practice head Simon Cooke has deep expertise in a broad range of acquisitions, exits, and mergers. Leading the China practice, Frank Sun handles both in and out bound transactions within China, including joint ventures, venture capital investments, and series angel financings. Dividing her time between Hong Kong and Singapore, Amy Beckingham acts as the vice chair of the global corporate department.
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Key clients
- Warburg Pincus
- TPG
- Platinum Equity
- The Carlyle Group
- Trustar Capital (Formerly CITIC Capital)
- BPEA / EQT
- Partners Group
- CVC
- KKR
- Boyu Capital
- MBK Partners
- CDH Investments
- Primavera
- Permira
- PAG
Lawyers
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Frank Sun
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Amy Beckingham
Latham & Watkins LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Cooke