A strong standing in the Texas market enables Vinson & Elkins LLP to regularly advise both private equity sponsors and target companies on high-value investments in the energy sector, including oil and gas-linked transactions as well as a growing volume of deals in the renewables space. The team also handles a diverse array of high-value matters in the tech, industrials, and financial services sectors, with New York lawyer Stancell Haigwood collaborating with Houston-based Steve Gill to advise Focus Financial Partners on its $7bn take-private acquisition by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice and Stone Point. Gill co-leads the practice with securities expert Sarah Morgan, who also practices from Houston, and Dallas-based energy transactions expert John Grand. New York lawyer Jim Fox primarily advises on investments and portfolio company mergers in the energy and industrials sectors. Houston-based corporate expert Matthew Strock is also highly recommended. Gabriel Silva left the team in October 2023.
Testimonials
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‘Everyone knows Vinson & Elkins are really good at energy deals, but they also do a great job with large and middle-market transactions in other industries. They do a great job of finding solutions.’
‘Peter Marshall is my go-to attorney and I've worked with him for many years. He knows the market well and is collaborative and problem solver. He is excellent at advocating for our needs and can drive a deal home. I look forward to working with him again on my next deal.’
‘So knowledgeable in the energy sector and overall corporate matters. An overall go-to firm. ’
‘Their attorneys are efficient and user friendly. Keith Fullenweider, Robert Hughes, and John Grand are all stand-out attorneys.’
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The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephen Gill, Sarah Morgan, John Grand