About Us Online Resources Languages People Finder Industries Practices Knowledge Library Global Directory Join Us Events Home|Practices|Private Equity Why Latham YOU MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED IN Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Investment Funds Merger Clearance Mergers & Acquisitions Private Capital Private Equity Finance Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) Latham is known for its “top-tier private equity practice with deeply experienced teams in the UK, Europe and the USA” supported by a sizeable presence in Asia. – Chambers Global 2020 PRIVATE EQUITY Clients with the most complex private equity transactions and litigation disputes worldwide trust Latham & Watkins to provide legal advice. Sophisticated Transactional Skill In 2020, Latham’s Private Equity team worked on more than 395 deals with a value of more than US$309 billion in announced private equity transactions worldwide. From its roots as a pioneer in private equity, Latham's lawyers have grown the practice into one of the largest in the world. The firm has dedicated private equity teams in major financial centers in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. When a client needs in-depth local knowledge and understanding of cross-border legal regimes, Latham’s global footprint ensures it has the resources necessary to structure and execute complex transactions around the world. Some of the world’s largest private equity firms, middle market private equity investors, energy funds, infrastructure funds, and sovereign wealth funds turn to Latham for legal advice. Industry Knowledge Latham’s lawyers have the experience and knowledge to complete the most difficult transactions in industries, such as: Aerospace, Defense & Government Services Communications Energy Financial Institutions Gaming & Hospitality Healthcare Services & Providers Information Technology – Systems & Solutions Internet & Digital Media Life Sciences Manufacturing Mining & Metals Retail & Consumer Products Real Estate From advising on multibillion dollar “going private” transactions to structuring complex global tax efficient investment vehicles, Latham’s lawyers understand the nuances of the most sophisticated private equity deals and are able to guide clients through the most complex global regulatory environments. Clients also value Latham’s ability to fully integrate its Private Equity Practice with a leading global Capital Markets and Leveraged Finance Practice that can access capital from any of the world’s financing centers. Latham’s Private Equity Practice includes a dedicated team of banking, mezzanine finance, and capital markets lawyers who handle financing and securities matters exclusively for fund sponsors and their portfolio companies. Comprehensive Expertise Latham assists clients throughout every stage of the investment cycle, and the firm’s lawyers have comprehensive experience in every aspect of global private equity, including: Acquisitions from bankruptcy and rescue investments Carve-out transactions Consortia arrangements Cross border transactions IPO exits Leveraged buyouts Private investments in public companies AWARDS & RANKINGS EVENTS MEDIA COVERAGE NEWS Latham Represents HPS Investment Partners, LLC in Investment in Ankura Consulting Group Latham & Watkins Advises Scaled Agile in Sale by Leeds Equity Partners Latham & Watkins Advises Astorg Portfolio Company IQ-EQ in Acquisition of Greyline Partners, LLC more THOUGHT LEADERSHIP VIDEOS WEBCASTS & PODCASTS CONTACTS Paul F. 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