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Arrival of prominent dealmakers Matthew Eisler and Russell Hedman marks a major expansion of the firm’s elite sports and M&A practice, strengthening Latham’s leadership. Latham & Watkins is pleased to announce that Matthew Eisler and Russell Hedman will join the firm, bringing one of the most robust deal sheets in the sports industry to the firm’s premier sports practice. They will join the firm’s New York office as partners in the M&A and Private Equity Practice, as well as the Entertainment, Sports & Media Practice, bringing extensive experience advising on headline-making acquisitions, investments, and complex transactions across the global sports industry and private capital sector. Together, Eisler and Hedman have successfully managed and executed a wide range of sophisticated transactions across leagues and geographies, including many of the highest-profile deals over the last decade in the NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NWSL, and other leagues worldwide. As private equity practitioners, they will not only be powerful additions to the firm’s Entertainment, Sports & Media Practice but will also bolster Latham’s market-leading private equity platform. “Matt and Russell are extremely talented lawyers whose impressive track record speaks to their market reputation. We’re delighted to have them join our team,” said Marc Jaffe, Managing Partner of Latham’s New York office. “They have been leaders in the sports sector for some time now, and their incredibly deep connections, combined with their wide-ranging experience and competitive drive, deliver exceptional results for clients. They will bring all of this and more to our team, and it’s exciting to think about the synergies between their practice and ours, as well as the opportunities to build and solidify our position at the center of the global sports industry.” Collectively, Eisler and Hedman focus their practice on complex M&A and investment transactions in the sports and private capital sectors, including the purchase and sale of sports teams and stakes therein, the creation of consortiums and joint ventures across various leagues and sports, and expansion franchise transactions. They advise ultra-high net worth individuals, family offices, private capital funds, and sports teams across the spectrum of transactional and regulatory matters, including compliance with league rules. “Our sports practice has been one of the firm’s fastest-growing areas for several years, with significant opportunities to expand further. Matt and Russell are key to our strategic growth plans in New York, across the US, and globally,” said Adam Sullins, Global Co-Chair of Latham’s Entertainment, Sports & Media Practice. “We are excited to have them on our team. They share our ambition to be the leading firm in sports, and their addition to our platform will help us unlock tremendous opportunities.” Paul Kukish, Global Co-Chair of Latham’s M&A and Private Equity Practice, added, “Matt and Russell’s depth of knowledge and prominence in the sports industry will significantly enhance our capabilities and further bolster our reputation in the industry. They are standout partners with experience few can match, and they will be outstanding additions to our team at a time when we expect this asset class to continue attracting significant private capital and institutional investment.” Eisler has been honored as a “Sports Super Lawyer” by The Hollywood Reporter, a “Power Player” by Sports Business Journal, a “Trailblazer” by the National Law Journal, a “Highly Commended Practitioner” by the Financial Times, and a Law360 MVP in Sports over multiple years. Hedman’s leadership in sports has been recognized through his inclusion in Bloomberg Law’s 40 Under 40 and his selection as a Law360 Rising Star in Sports. Eisler and Hedman will join Latham from Hogan Lovells. Eisler received his JD from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and BA from Rutgers. Hedman received his JD from Harvard Law School and BA from the University of Colorado.

LOS ANGELES and SEATTLE, January 6, 2025 — Arnold & Porter announced today that two new real estate attorneys have joined the firm as part of its ongoing strategic expansion on the West Coast. Katherine Wax has joined the firm as a partner, resident in Seattle, and Katie McHenry has joined the firm as counsel, resident in Los Angeles. The firm’s Seattle office serves as a hub for regulatory, litigation, and transactional work across key practices, including real estate, as well as class actions, complex commercial litigation, corporate transactions, employment disputes, and healthcare and hospital matters. With Katherine’s arrival, Arnold & Porter’s team in the heart of downtown Seattle has increased to 35 attorneys and staff since opening the office in July 2025. Pallavi Mehta Wahi, Arnold & Porter Chair of Western U.S. Strategic Growth and head of the Seattle office, said: “Katherine and Katie bring an impressive skill set and breadth of industry knowledge in complex real estate transactions. With their deep understanding of the West Coast market, they will help drive our continued growth and ability to deliver sophisticated, results-oriented counsel in the region. We are thrilled to welcome Katherine and Katie to the firm.” In joining the firm, Katherine said: “I am delighted to join Arnold & Porter’s real estate practice, particularly during this period of strategic West Coast growth. I look forward to collaborating with both my real estate colleagues in Seattle and partners across the firm, leveraging my experience to help clients pursue their real estate matters in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.” Katherine Wax focuses her practice on complex real estate transactions across multiple industries, including food and beverage, healthcare, agribusiness, and technology. She represents developers, property owners, and businesses of all sizes in leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and development-related matters. She has deep experience in representing landlords and tenants in commercial real estate leases for a variety of asset types, including fulfillment and distribution facilities, labs and research and development, manufacturing, office, and retail. Previously in-house counsel for a global e-commerce company, Katherine has significant background working with clients to manage corporate real estate assets, including transactional, compliance, and operational matters. Earlier in her career, Katherine spent more than a decade in private practice in Washington and Oregon. She holds a J.D. from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and a B.A. from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Katie McHenry is a seasoned transactional lawyer with comprehensive experience in all aspects of commercial real estate development, including real property planning and development, multi-family development, secured financing, and real estate acquisitions and dispositions. She has served as lead counsel to prominent shopping center owners and tenants, as well as commercial and residential developers, property management and real estate companies, technology firms, and lending institutions. Katie has particular experience in leasing matters for retail, medical, and standard office buildings, as well as industrial projects. She regularly handles business entity structuring of real property ownership and investment vehicles, limited liability companies, joint ventures, and partnerships. She earned her J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles and her B.A. from the University of California, Santa Barbara. About Arnold & Porter Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. With over 1,000 lawyers practicing in 16 offices worldwide, we offer an integrated approach that spans more than 40 practice areas. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and focused industry experience, we provide innovative and effective solutions to mitigate risks, address challenges, and achieve successful outcomes.   Contact:            Issara Baumann, 202.942.6682                                 [email protected]

LONDON and WASHINGTON, D.C., December 1, 2025 — Arnold & Porter announced today that George Jenkins has joined the firm’s Corporate & Finance practice as a partner, resident in London. Kathleen Harris, head of Arnold & Porter’s London office, said: “George brings exceptional experience in guiding complex life sciences transactions. His arrival comes at an essential time, as the U.K. and EU markets face rapid change driven by emerging technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks. George’s insight will strengthen our London team and further enhance the firm’s ability to deliver seamless cross-border solutions.” George has extensive experience advising on sophisticated life sciences agreements and transactions that are often cross-jurisdictional. He represents companies of all sizes across the biotech, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and digital health industries, guiding them through the structuring, negotiating, and drafting of their collaborations, joint ventures, IP licensing, and co-development arrangements, as well as agreements for the manufacture, distribution, and supply of goods. George also counsels companies on regulatory issues in the life sciences sector, including licensing and regulatory requirements, to help clients develop and bring their products to market in the EU. In joining the firm, George said: “Arnold & Porter’s reputation for excellence in the life sciences industry, combined with its London presence and global platform, offers an unparalleled opportunity to serve clients in this dynamic sector. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the U.K. and internationally to support clients in navigating their most pivotal transactions.” George holds an M.Sc. from The London School of Economics and Political Science and a B.A. from the University of Oxford. About Arnold & Porter Arnold & Porter combines sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities to resolve clients’ most complex issues. With over 1,000 lawyers practicing in 16 offices worldwide, we offer an integrated approach that spans more than 40 practice areas. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and focused industry experience, we provide innovative and effective solutions to mitigate risks, address challenges, and achieve successful outcomes.

DLA Piper advised Artistic Milliners, a global denim manufacturer, in its acquisition of a majority stake in denim supplier Cone Denim from textile supplier Elevate Textiles. Cone Denim will continue to operate as a standalone portfolio company under Artistic Milliners. The new entity will seek to operate a global platform spanning both hemispheres and will be comprised of a combination of selected assets from each organization. Cone Denim will also now operate mills in Mexico, China, and the US. “We were excited to work with Artistic Milliners on this strategic matter, showcasing the breadth of our cross-border experience,” said deal lead Michael J. McGuinness, US-LatAm Practice Group Regional Co-Leader, Corporate M&A and Private Equity. “It’s not just the firm’s global reach, but it's cohesive service, that helps clients navigate complex deals with clarity.” "Working with DLA Piper has provided us with a comprehensive global perspective,” said Murtaza Ahmed, CEO of Artistic Milliners. “The firm's ability to integrate insights across multiple jurisdictions exemplifies the level of collaboration we seek as we expand our international operations.” In addition to McGuinness (New York), Of Counsel Violeta Libergott (US/Brazil) co-led DLA Piper’s cross-border and multi-practice team across the US, United Arab Emirates (UAE), China, and Mexico. The team also consisted of Partners Nick Klein, Elyssa Kutner, Brian Janovitz, Larissa Bifano, Amadeu Ribeiro (all US), Therese Abou-Zeid (UAE), Jorge Benejam (Mexico); Partner Tina Xia and Senior Legal and Tax Manager Peter Chen (both China); Head of Sovereign and LP Investment, MENA, Kurt Alfrey (UAE); Of Counsel Andy Eklund (US); Associates Regina Esparza (Mexico), Regine Lewis, and Michael Haggerson, and Syeda Kamal (all US). With more than 1,000 corporate lawyers globally, DLA Piper helps clients execute complex transactions seamlessly while supporting clients across all stages of development. The firm has been rated number one in global M&A volume for 15 consecutive years, according to Mergermarket, and ranked as number one in VC, PE and M&A in combined global deal volume according to PitchBook.