Latham & Watkins

Many of the foremost private equity houses in the market – both domestic and international – turn to the sizeable team at Latham & Watkins for its expertise in high-value transactions across a range of sectors, ranging from multi-billion-dollar take-privates to corporate carve-outs. Practice co-chair David Walker is a highly experienced adviser who frequently handles big-ticket deals for major American and European PE firms. Fellow co-chair Kem Ihenacho, who serves as global co-chair of the firm’s PE practice group, has most recently advised on acquisitions and divestitures in the financial services, energy, and manufacturing sectors, to name a few. Paul Dolman regularly works with clients on leveraged acquisitions and investment transactions, while Tom Evans‘ recent highlights include multi-billion-pound buy and sell-side mandates across a range of industries. Other key figures include Farah O’Brien, a tech and life sciences specialist who also serves as co-chair of the firm’s London corporate department; Mike Bond, a key contact for various investors and portfolio companies; and Linzi Thomas, whose recent engagements span the life sciences and consumer goods sectors. Katie Peek and Maarten Overmars, both of whom were promoted to partner in January 2023, are also recommended.