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Government > Government relations Tier 1

Demonstrating deep regulatory and legislative expertise, Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s Washington DC based government relations and public affairs practice is a premier choice for strategic planning and political advocacy for clients across international trade, automotive, tax and healthcare. The firm is highly regarded for its work with sovereign governments, while also advising on government relations aspects of globally significant M&A transactions. Aaron Cutler leads the practice and has extensive expertise in federal relations across various sectors, including financial services, banking and energy. Norm Coleman splits his time between DC and Minneapolis and is a key partner of sovereign governments, who benefit from his experience on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and strong relationships in Congress. Cybil Roehrenbeck has an established sector focus on healthcare lobbying, including matters of digital health and AI, while Jamie Wickett is well versed in legislative and regulatory proposals in the clean energy and technology spaces. Regulatory expert Ivan Zapien often lobbies for clients across Latin America and Mexico, while Michael Bell and Ari Fridman bolster the firms’ congressional investigations arm, handling all stages of the investigation from the strategic planning, witness preparation and negotiations.

Healthcare > Life sciences Tier 1

Hogan Lovells US LLP’s substantial life sciences and healthcare industry sector is headed by Philadelphia-based Steve Abrams, experienced in capital markets and securities regulation, and regulatory expert Lynn Mehler, in Washington DC. With significant activity on the regulatory side, the firm counts on experts such as David Fox and Jodi Scott, who support clients on FDA matters from DC and Denver, respectively. Also in DC, Randy Prebula focuses on medical devices and technology regulatory work, while Komal Karnik Nigam is experienced in the intersection of complex regulatory and scientific issues. The team also counsels on capital market transactions, such as FPOs, and supports companies’ funding by facilitating strategic transactions and equity financing, with Houston’s Andrew Strong concentrating on emerging companies. On the other hand, Baltimore-based Lauren Colton is one of the firm’s experts in product liability. The firm is also active in IP, including patent litigation, with Cullen Taylor and Anishiya Abrol in Northern Virginia and DC, respectively, focusing on licensing and commercial transactions. In 2024, the Boston team expanded with the arrival of Brian Carey from Foley Hoag LLP, adding to the firm’s regulatory and legislative expertise; similarly, New York saw the arrival of capital markets expert Rupa Briggs from Cooley LLP.

Industry focus > Education Tier 1

Hogan Lovells US LLP ‘has an education law practice that can serve global needs’, with co-head of the Washington DC-based practice William Ferreira having ‘exceptional experience advising higher education institutions in their international activities’. Core to Ferreira’s practice is government grants and contracts and international projects spanning university relationships in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. On the globalization front, he routinely advises on study abroad and international academic programs. Alongside him, global education head Stephanie Gold puts her deep knowledge of education sector regulations to use on a broad spectrum of matters ranging from highly sensitive regulatory compliance matters to government investigations and M&A work. Other areas of focus for the team include research, particularly issues surrounding integrity, misconduct, conflicts of interest and foreign influence. Education regulatory lawyer Joel Buckman stands out for representing higher education institutions on issues related to claims under, and compliance with, federal regulations including repayment claims under Title IV and Section 117 compliance reviews. Megan Wilson is highlighted for her support on these high-stakes compliance issues. All aforementioned lawyers are located in Washington DC.

International trade and national security > Trade remedies and trade policy Tier 1

Hogan Lovells leverages its global network to provide an integrated International Trade service. The team has broad sectoral experience, with notable work in the agriculture, automotive, steel, and energy industries. The practice has a deep understanding of the US regulatory trade landscape, demonstrated by their representation of the Government of Ontario in several NAFTA proceedings surrounding the Canadian Softwood Lumber dispute. Jonathan Stoel, based in DC, is the Global co-head of Hogan Lovells’ International Trade and Investment practice and has extensive agreement advising over the NAFTA and USMCA. Deen Kaplan is a leading trade and cybersecurity practitioner, whilst Kelly Ann Shaw handles disputes before the WTO Settlement panel. Craig Lewis is well known for his trade litigation practice. Jared Wessel and Warren Maruyama are key members of the team.

M&A/corporate and commercial > Corporate governance Tier 1

John Beckman chairs the practice at Hogan Lovells US LLP, which is reputed for its depth of expertise in the governance area, advising both Fortune 500 and newly listed companies. The team is well-regarded for its knowledge of securities law and maintains an active presence in the retail, real estate, and life sciences sectors. It provides clients with day-to-day assistance on governance matters ranging from CEO transitions and executive compensation to internal reviews and investigations. Notably, they represented the board of directors at Abecrombie and Fitch in an internal investigation after their CEO was criminally indicted in a high-profile misconduct case. In DC Beckman is a special securities counsel to many listed companies and international law firms whilst Alan Dye is an authority in work involving the 1934 Securities Exchange Act Section 16. In Northern Virginia, Kevin Greensdale advises public and private companies on SEC compliance, M&A, and governance matters related to capital markets transactions. Weston Gaines and Catalina Santos Parkinson in Washington DC are rising stars in the team. Rupa Briggs is another key name.  

Media, technology and telecoms > Cyber law (including data privacy and data protection) Tier 1

‘A pragmatic minded team with commercially sensitive leaders’, Hogan Lovells US LLP supports a wide range of market-leading companies, with especial strength in the application cybersecurity and AI advice in the sports and health sectors. The firm leverages its global network of cyber and data specialists to assist clients with market entries and global privacy controls. It is also highly knowledgeable of regulations and risk managements relating to machine learning and biometric controls. Scott Loughlin, who heads the team, advises on global compliance and privacy issues, with experience in new technologies including AI, blockchain and virtual reality. Marcy Wilder is an expert in privacy, cybersecurity and data protection in the health sector. Bret Cohen focuses on global privacy frameworks, such as GDPR, PIPL and LGPD. Paul Otto supports clients in cybersecurity assessments and incident investigations. Mark Brennan advises clients on privacy investigations, TCPA matters and AI-related compliance programs. All named lawyers are based in Washington DC. In August 2024, Peter Marta left the firm.

Media, technology and telecoms > Telecoms and broadcast: regulatory Tier 1

Based in Washington DC, Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s team harnesses particular expertise in the space and satellite sector. The team assists its reputable clients with complex regulatory matters including spectrum auctions, licensing and allocation issues. Ari Fitzgerald leads the team and provides advice on business-critical regulatory and transactional matters. Michele Farquhar’s FCC background enables her to provide complex regulatory advice; Farquhar advises high-profile international clients on strategic regulatory matters. Mark Brennan handles regulatory consultations, compliance and government investigations and enforcement matters. North Virginia-based Randy Segal is uniquely placed to undertake the full range of matters for space and satellite operators, investors and tech providers. Steven Kaufman undertakes mandates for investors in NewSpace transactions, while Alexis Sáinz is also well-reputed within the satellite industry and specializes in advising on local regulatory requirements, cross-border commercial agreements and international governmental negotiations. Katy Milner has significant capabilities in emerging tech. John Castle and George John are also recommended. All mentioned attorneys bar Segal are based at the DC office.

Media, technology and telecoms > Telecoms and broadcast: transactions Tier 1

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s practice is well-equipped to handle the wide range of transactional matters from joint ventures to M&A transactions, with noteworthy capabilities within the space and satellite industry. Steven Kaufman and Alexis Sáinz co-lead the predominantly Washington DC-based team that office; Kaufman has a wealth of experience in strategic joint ventures and M&A transactions, while Sáinz is adept at handling complex agreements within the space sector, particularly between private space companies and government agencies. At the same office, Ari Fitzgerald‘s workload includes advising prominent communications network operators, equipment manufacturers, industry trade associations and investors on communications and spectrum policy issues in particular. Michele Farquhar brings extensive FCC experience, offering advice on M&A, spectrum auctions and licensing matters. Mark Brennan has tech and telecoms expertise and is a key member of the firm’s AI working group. Both are also based in DC. Randy Segal is the team’s North Virginia-based co-head and has a specialism in the space and satellite sector, offering transactional and regulatory support to industry operators, investors and tech providers.

Real estate > Real estate investment trusts (REITs) Tier 1

Deeply experienced in REITs, Hogan Lovells US LLP dominates the space, representing a significant proportion of US REITs as company or underwriter’s counsel. The firm houses a deep bench of specialists and is skilled in the entire spectrum of REIT mandates including IPOs, M&A, capital markets, joint ventures and corporate governance. Among the firm’s diverse and enviable clientele are single-family, senior housing, hotel, office and retail REITs. Co-heading the practice are Washington DC-based David Bonser and Cristina Arumi. Bosner leverages deep experience working on public company capital markets, assisting with raising capital, while Arumi is the go-to for the tax aspects of REIT transactions. Also in DC, Prentiss Feagles is proficient in REIT tax-related matters while Mike McTiernan advises public REITs on corporate and securities matters. Other standout practitioners in the DC office are Paul Manca, whose workload consists largely of securities and capital markets advice, and Stacey McEvoy who distinguishes herself for her work in M&A and joint venture transactions. Josh Scala is the key client contact for Welltower and mainly advises on tax issues from San Francisco.

Transport > Aviation and air travel: litigation and regulation Tier 1

Hogan Lovells US LLP’s aviation team provides ‘creative solutions and optionality’ to industry-leading airlines, emerging aviation corporations, and commercial entities in both domestic and international clients. In Washington DC, Lisa Ellman and Arjun Garg lead a team that is well-prepared to advise on federal regulatory compliance, contentious commercial litigation, licensing, and certifications. Ellman is recognized as a leader in the unmanned aviation industry, evidenced by her contributions towards legislation in Congress focused on drone safety and the federal authorization of electric aircraft. Garg is recognized as ‘one of the best aviation regulatory attorneys in town’, building upon his experience as Chief Counsel of the FAA to advize leading airlines, air traffic control services, and investment firms. Earl Adams Jr previously worked at the DOT and has strong regulatory expertise. Mathew Clark is recognized for his broad skillset and is able to advise on any and all matters pertaining to manned and unmanned aviation. His work with Verge Aero led to a federal exemption to the rule prohibiting drones from carrying hazardous materials.

Antitrust > Cartel Tier 2

The cartel group at Hogan Lovells US LLP is frequently engaged by clients hailing from the worlds of TMT, life sciences, automotive, defense, and financial services, handling both domestic and international cartel investigations. Drawing on the firm’s global antitrust expertise, the team assists with internal investigations, leniency applications, and cases tied to employment and public procurement. Steering the practice is Kathryn Hellings, who stands out for her extensive experience in no-poach agreements. Elsewhere in the team, Dan Shulak frequently handles international and domestic investigations and advises multinational clients facing scrutiny from multiple enforcement agencies, while Melissa Levitt is noted for her focus on criminal antitrust investigations, assisting both companies and individuals. All mentioned lawyers are based in Washington DC.

Energy > Energy regulation: electric power Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s Washington DC-based energy regulation practice is recognized for its active involvement in high-profile nuclear energy projects and its specialized support for clients facing Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) investigations, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory frameworks. The team provides nuclear regulatory counsel on significant sector transactions and advises non-nuclear clients seeking to navigate the industry. With deep expertise in export controls, economic sanctions, and non-proliferation laws across multiple jurisdictions, the firm also brings extensive experience in Department of Energy (DOE)-focused nuclear issues. Practice head Amy Roma advises on legal, business, and policy matters, emphasizing the commercialization of innovative technologies crucial to global energy security and decarbonization. Daniel Stenger, with over four decades of experience, is a key figure in nuclear regulatory matters, including NRC license transfers essential for restructurings and corporate transactions. Mary Anne Sullivan leverages her expertise in the sector to provide strategic guidance on critical DOE funding and regulatory challenges. The practice benefits from the recent addition of George Cannon who brings extensive expertise in the power sector from regulatory, markets, policy, commercial, and transactional perspectives and includes all issues at FERC, advising clients on behind-the-meter structures, including data centers co-located with generation resources.

Energy > Energy regulation: oil and gas Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP is recognized for its high-quality pipeline regulatory practice, offering deep expertise in FERC policies, administrative litigation, and commercial market dynamics. The firm provides regulatory support to a diverse range of oil and gas clients, addressing disputes and compliance challenges across the sector. With a strong focus on LNG and pipeline matters, the team advises on commercial issues related to LNG export demand along the U.S. Gulf Coast. Practice head Stefan Krantz brings over 30 years of experience guiding major natural gas pipeline companies through complex FERC rate and complaint proceedings. Greg Junge is highly experienced in pipeline certification and abandonment proceedings under the NGA. Zachary Launer specializes in regulatory matters for natural gas and liquids pipelines, leveraging firsthand knowledge of the shale gas revolution’s impact on the industry. All individuals mentioned are based in Washington D.C.

Environment > Environment: litigation Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP has a successful record in navigating complex environmental litigation, representing high-profile clients like Nike, Patagonia, and Dollar Tree, providing expert guidance on regulatory and compliance issues. The team includes Jim T. Banks , a go-to lawyer for cases in the environmental field, and also includes prominent experts like Catherine Stetson, whose landmark victory in the Supreme Court against the EPA’s “Good Neighbor Plan” highlights the firm’s strength in environmental appellate law. Adam Kushner  offers considerable experience, including senior roles at the DOJ and EPA, to expertly manage high-stakes environmental cases. Scott Reisch  has stellar experience specializing in contamination cleanup, brownfield redevelopment, and regulatory compliance. Nadira Clarke, a distinguished environmental litigator, is renowned for defending corporations in high-profile investigations, with experience in corporate compliance and DOJ ethics.

Environment > Environment: regulatory Tier 2

Praised by clients as the ‘best in class’, Hogan Lovells US LLP’s maintains a strong market position across the manufacturing, energy, transportation, chemicals, and agriculture sectors. The practice is co-led by Washington DC’s Adam Kushner , a former member of the EPA’s Air Enforcement Division and Civil Enforcement Office, who is the go-to advisor for matters involving the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Superfund statute, and Denver’s Scott Reisch , who is equally recommended to client’s seeking environmental contamination and compliance advice on brownfield redevelopment and cleanup statute matters. Over in the San Francisco office, Tom Boer draws from his government background to assist with environmental emergencies and chemical releases.  Hilary Tompkins predominately handles clean energy and ESG matter, while Jim T. Banks aids in the Clean Water Act and National Environmental Policy Act. Both are based in the DC office. Lily Chinn, Nadira Clarke, and Anne Carpenter joined the practice from Baker Botts L.L.P. in April 2024.    

Government > Government contracts Tier 2

Leading aerospace and defense, universities and academic research institutions and life sciences clients frequently turn to Hogan Lovells US LLP for their ‘unmatched’ breadth of experience across all facets of government contracting. Routine engagements include representation in high value bid protests before the GAO and US court of federal claims, contract disputes, including FCA litigation, suspension and debarment issues and cybersecurity matters as well as M&A transactions that involve government contractors. The Washington DC based practice is led by a trio of practitioners, namely William Ferreira, who is well versed in internal investigations related to contract audits, cost accounting standards, federal grant compliance and FCA enforcement, Michael Mason, who handles contentious matters for clients in the aerospace and defense industries and Stacy Hadeka, who excels in high stakes bid protests, FCA and cybersecurity investigations, disclosure obligations and M&A support. Michael Scheimer has extensive experience in defense contracting and M&A transactions involving contractors, as well as advising clients on cybersecurity and supply chain compliance, while Joy Sturm advises on federal contracts in the life sciences sector. Christine Reynolds has distinguished herself in bid protests at the federal, state and local levels and Taylor Hillman has recently supported the team on high value bid protests and M&A transactions.

Healthcare > Health insurers Tier 2

With particular strength in Florida, the Hogan Lovells US LLP health insurance practice is broad and flexible, handling matters at the intersection of health insurance and technology, with experience in issues relating to AI integration. Under the direction of DC-based Ronald Wisor, the group navigates key areas of interest for insurers, including antitrust and market consolidation advisory work, reimbursement models such as Medicare and Medicaid, private insurance coverage disputes, fraud, abuse, and government investigations, federal and state compliance counsel, and privacy and data protection matters within the health insurance sector. In Miami, board-certified health lawyer Craig Smith comes highly recommended for a wide array of transactional and regulatory matters, notably assisting healthcare providers, managed care organizations, and private investors on Medicaid and Medicare matters. LA-based Michael Maddigan focuses on litigation, and NY-based Jeffrey Schneider offers comprehensive transactional and regulatory guidance to a broad spectrum of health insurance industry stakeholders. In the DC office, Kenneth Field specializes in antitrust work, and Scott Loughlin is a key name for cyber and data issues in healthcare.

Healthcare > Service providers Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP houses a broad offering which acts for a diverse client base of universities, health systems, and professional associations. The team is adept at handling the full spectrum of Medicare and Medicaid billing issues, and high-profile acquisitions of health systems. Ronald Wisor heads the practice from Washington DC, and stands out due to his deep knowledge of matters involving the Stark Law. FCA litigator Jonathan Diesenhaus is a key name for investigations, qui tam cases, and mandates concerning regulatory offences. Clifford Stromberg is renowned for his knowledge of major strategic deals involving managed care organizations, and both hospitals and health systems, and antitrust and competition expert Kenneth Field draws on his prior expertise at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to handle matters arising at the intersection between healthcare and competition law. In New York, Jeffrey Schneider is recommended for his expertise in divestitures and joint ventures concerning academic medical centers and hospitals, while transactions specialist Christine Pallares regularly assists with M&A, capital-raising transactions, and strategic alliances. Miami’s Craig Smith is known for his expansive knowledge of anti-kickback issues on both a state and federal level, allegations of non-compliance with Medicare and Medicaid rules, and fee-splitting.

International trade and national security > CFIUS Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP’s standalone CFIUS practice is capable of handling complex cases that require filings, approval, and mitigation. The firm consistently advises US investors on foreign ownership issues, with start-up and early-stage technology companies being common clients.  The team is regularly involved in CFIUS-sensitive industries, such as certain tech sectors, as well as aerospace and defense. The practice is operated out of Hogan Lovells’ Washington D.C. office, with former member of the Office of the Assistant General Counsel for International Affairs, Anne Salladin being a notable CFIUS expert. Salladin has advised foreign and domestic clients across various sensitive industries and jurisdictions, including some major Chinese acquisitions. Brian Curran has vast technical experience in the national security and export controls field, which positions him to advise on complex CFIUS-related issues in critical technology fields. Curran demonstrated this in his representation of data and analytical platform, Allstacks. Zachary Alvarez and Patrick Miller provide comprehensive support from associate level.

International trade and national security > Customs, export controls and economic sanctions Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP International Trade and Investment team leverages its strong global presence to address the issues of clients across multiple jurisdictions. The firm is capable of navigating complex export controls, sanctions, and customs restrictions to provide comprehensive advice to global institutions. With a notable strength in export controls and economic sanctions, the team has notable activity in ‘high-risk’ countries, with a high demand for compliance-related issues pertaining to export control restrictions imposed by the US on Russia. Ajay Kuntamukkala provides advice to both US and international companies. Stephen Propst has 25 years of experience advising space and satellite industry clients. Aleksandar Dukicis a go-to sanctions lawyer for financial institutions whilst Beth Peters has vast experience in a variety of international trade sectors. Anthony Capobianco is an export and sanctions expert, whilst Craig Lewis focuses his practice on customs and forced labor.

International trade and national security > National Security Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP's National Security practice, based in Washington DC, offers clients a multidisciplinary team with experience across a gamut of legal issues, that has in-depth knowledge of a variety of significant industries. Washington DC managing partner Ajay Kuntamukkala  and Jonathan Stoel co-lead the team, whilst the experienced Beth Peters remains vital. Michael Scheimer is the firm's government contracts expert whilst Stephen Propst has extensive experience advising space and satellite industry clients on US export controls. Brian Curran and Anne Salladin lead the CFIUS branch of the team.

Labor and employment > Employee benefits, executive compensation and retirement plans: transactional Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP’s team is distinguished by its global reach, deep industry knowledge, and sophisticated transactional expertise, leveraging its presence in key commercial and emerging markets it to advise on complex cross-border executive compensation issues with a seamless integration of corporate, tax, and securities considerations. The team is particularly active in high-profile corporate transactions, including M&A, IPOs, and private equity investments, regularly handling executive pay structuring, incentive plans, and ERISA fiduciary compliance. Recent standout transactions include advising Fenway Sports Group and Strategic Sports Group on a $3bn investment in PGA TOUR Enterprises, restructuring professional golf equity stakes. The practice is led by Martha Steinman in New York, an expert in corporate governance and executive pay matters, alongside Carin Carithers in Washington DC who focuses on M&A-related retention planning, and Silicon Valley-based Michael Frank, a key figure in executive compensation for high-growth tech transactions.

M&A/corporate and commercial > M&A: large deals ($1bn+) Tier 2

The fully rounded practice at Hogan Lovells US LLP is reputed for its ‘excellent depth and coverage for all facets of M&A’, where the firm offers a holistic approach by collaborating with its antitrust, IP, litigation, and tax teams. Working in tandem with the firm’s global network of offices and benefiting from its transatlantic strength, the group is well positioned to handle cross-border M&A for top clients worldwide. The offering is co-led by New York-based William Curtin, who advises corporate giants and private equity firms, Washington DC-based corporate lawyer Elizabeth Donley, and ‘business savvy’ Silicon Valley-based Keith Flaum, who represents public and private companies in complex M&A and joint ventures. Also in Silicon Valley is the esteemed Richard Climan, who represents tech-sector clients in industry-shifting acquisitions, and the ‘substantively excellent’ Jalpit Amin, a go-to for multijurisdictional transactions. In New York, Peter Cohen-Millstein focuses on divestments and takeovers, while Adrienne Ellman handles M&A and private equity in the life sciences and healthcare fields. Washington DC’s ‘expert’ Mahvesh Qureshi concentrates on carve-outs and strategic investments.

Tax > US taxes: non-contentious Tier 2

The ‘responsive, technical, and creative’ non-contentious tax group at Hogan Lovells US LLP provides their expertise to a range of sectors, including real estate, automotive, energy, healthcare, tech, and financial institutions. Josh Scala in San Francisco leads the team with extensive experience in advising on the formation of real estate joint ventures and investment trusts. Based in Washington DC, Cristina Arumi is particularly adept in advising on REITs as well as on tax implications on cross-border transactions, Jasper Howard is adept in obtaining PLRs from the IRS and advising on the restructurings of multibillion-dollar companies, and Scott Lilienthal specialises in public finance. Steven Schneider and Jeffrey Uffner have joined the group from Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP, as well as Nicola Lemay from Foley Hoag LLP, bringing a wealth of experience in advising on M&A, partnership tax matters, intellectual property transactions, and the financing of renewable energy projects.

Transport > Rail and road: litigation and regulation Tier 2

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s transportation department is well-regarded for its regulatory and litigation capacities, and includes BMW, Mercedes Benz AG, Nissan, Ford, Hyundai and a host of other automakers and suppliers among its portfolio of clients. The team is co-headed by its Washington DC-based senior partners, which includes Joanne Rotondi, who is considerably experienced in environmental regulation related matters. William Yavinsky lends to the team his experience in commercial and intellectual property matters. Denver's Emily Kimball is the rail practice leader, and is well-established in a broad spectrum of rail regulatory compliance issues, including transactional diligence, environmental issues and hazards, and enforcement defence. Ryan Ford is a key member of the team for strategic litigation in the motor vehicle industry, including terminations, establishments, facilities, transfers, and other areas. Hannah Grae is also highly active in the team for automotive manufacturers, especially in the environmental regulation and technological space.

Antitrust > Merger control Tier 3

Hogan Lovells US LLP offers a merger control team of experts based in Washington DC, working closely with its colleagues in offices across Europe to advise on global deals. Team head Logan Breed  has particular experience in the computer software, hardware, e-commerce, telecoms, and media and entertainment matters. For the healthcare sector, Kenneth Field is the go to, advising clients on all elements of antitrust and competition law before the FTC, Department of Justice, and state attorneys general. Lauren Battaglia has notable growing experience of antitrust law and artificial intelligence. The team grew in 2024 with the addition of Jennifer Fleury, formerly of the FTC Bureau of Competition.

Energy > Energy litigation: oil and gas Tier 3

Finance > Capital markets: debt offerings Tier 3

Hogan Lovells US LLP’s capital markets team is active when it comes to issuer-side engagements in the real estate, life sciences/healthcare, and TMT sectors, with bond offerings by REITs a particular area of expertise for the group. New York-based practice head Stuart Morrissy has considerable experience assisting both corporate issuers and investment banks with investment-grade and convertible bond offerings as well as liability management transactions. Kevin Greenslade in Northern Virginia is noted for his experience handling registered public offerings. Washington DC’s Tifarah Allen stands out for her work for public companies and private equity sponsors. Counsel Meredith Hines also plays a leading role in the team. Eve Howard remains with the firm as senior counsel having stepped down from the partnership and her role as practice head.

Finance > Capital markets: equity offerings Tier 3

Deploying specialists across the life sciences, real estate, and financial services spheres, Hogan Lovells US LLP has a strong track record representing foreign private issuers and investment banks. The practice has in-depth expertise in private placement offerings of equity securities and REIT transactions, with the New York-based team leader Richard Aftanas is highly knowledgeable in IPOs and investment-grade debt offerings. From Philadelphia, Steve Abrams is an expert in follow-on offerings ad PIPEs, while New York’s Sina Hekmat and Rupa Briggs have solid cross-border experience and de-SPAC business combinations. Meanwhile, in Northern Virginia, Kevin Greenslade concentrates on recapitalizations, managed buyouts, and private equity investments.

Finance > Capital markets: global offerings Tier 3

Hogan Lovells US LLP has a strong issuer-side global capital markets practice with experience in the real estate, life sciences, energy, tech, and financial services sectors, among others. Richard Aftanas regularly advises on IPOs and other equity offerings as well as high-yield and investment-grade bond offerings. He leads the team alongside Emil Arca, who is a key figure in the firm’s Latin American offering and represents underwriters, placement agents, issuers, and investors, among other market players, in connection with a wide range of debt capital markets transactions. Dividing his time between the firm’s New York and Frankfurt offices, Sina Hekmat has great experience spanning IPOs, follow-on offerings, and private placements.

Finance > Restructuring (including bankruptcy): corporate Tier 3

Hogan Lovells US LLP has a significant presence in out-of-court restructurings and Chapter 11 cases. It is noted for domestic and cross-border matters, including sovereign debt restructurings and Chapter 15 cases; the firm advised the Ministry for Finance of The Republic of Ghana on its potential implementation of an out-of-court restructuring of over $50bn of its sovereign debt. With particularly strong teams in New York and Los Angeles, it has consistently landed significant engagements in multiple areas, including Chapter 11 cases linked to unfinished real estate developments. Co-head of the US restructuring and special situations team, Ronald Silverman has a background in large Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 cases, and has extensive experience in the communications and energy sectors. Los Angeles-based Richard Wynne also co-heads the team and is another experienced figure with a background in West coast restructurings, along with fellow Los Angeles partner Erin Brady who is also recognised for significant Chapter 11 cases and her litigation capabilities. Christopher Donoho is the former global head of the restructuring and special situations team, while John Beck has also become a significant contributor to the success of the practice. Named individuals are based in New York unless stated otherwise.

Media, technology and telecoms > Technology transactions Tier 3

Under the leadership of partner Audrey Haroz Reed, Hogan Lovells US LLP IP and tech transactions team excels in helping clients navigate the rapidly changing tech landscape. The team advises on licensing, commercialization, partnerships, and corporate transactions. Notable work includes advising the University of Idaho on its $550m acquisition of the University of Phoenix. The team’s deep industry expertise and understanding of diverse stakeholder perspectives allow it to craft innovative solutions for business growth. Alongside Reed, key team members include Meryl Rosen Bernstein   in New York, specializing in high-value tech transactions in e-commerce and custom software, and Cullen G. Taylor in Northern Virginia, who advised Daiichi Sankyo on the largest pharma license transaction ever.

Tax > International tax Tier 3

With strong cross-border capabilities, the team at Hogan Lovells US LLP assists clients across a vast range of sectors including aerospace and defense, private capital and insurance on matters involving M&A, IPOs, spin-offs, international tax structuring and cross-border transactions. The department is led by Josh Scala who sits in the San Francisco office. In Washington DC, Cristina Arumi focuses her practice on the tax aspects of capital markets and M&A transactions and specializes in matters involving REITs including compliance with tax protection agreements in the course of subsequent transactions and refinancings. Jasper Howard primarily advises on tax aspects of transactions including mergers and acquisitions, domestic and international joint ventures; the structuring of inbound and outbound investments; and other cross-border transactions. In Boston, Nicola Lemay advises clients on international mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, capital raising and deployment strategies while also representing clients in the development and financing of renewable energy projects, including the structuring of tax credit transactions. Mark Weinstein assists sports, media, and entertainment conglomerates with tax-efficient strategies and structures to assists in complex multijurisdictional tax issues. In Washington DC Caitlin Piper specializes in advising on the tax consequences of mergers and acquisitions and reorganizations, particularly real estate investment trusts are involved.

Antitrust > Civil litigation/class actions: defense Tier 4

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s accomplished team of antitrust litigators has recently secured multiple summary judgment victories and favorable settlements in high-profile class action litigation. The group frequently challenges the DOJ and FTC in merger litigation on behalf of its high-profile client base. Justin Bernick is a skilled courtroom strategist with substantial antitrust trial experience. Jennifer Fleury rejoined the practice in October 2024 after serving as Deputy Chief Trial Counsel for the FTC. Benjamin Holt has a strong track record in class actions and civil antitrust litigation in the pharmaceutical sector, including cases involving allegations of price-fixing and market allocation. All mentioned attorneys are based in Washington, D.C.

Finance > Fintech Tier 4

Finance > Structured finance: derivatives and structured products Tier 4

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s derivatives offering is well-placed to offer both regulatory and transactional services. The team has considerable experience in regulatory and contentious mandates, advising clients in mandates requiring expertise in forwards, lien facilities, commodity ad income-based derivatives. Marvin Goldstein is a key member of the team for derivatives involving energy, traditional and financial commodities, which can include base metals, coffee, and interest rates. Evan Koster departed the team in February 2025.

Intellectual property > Trademarks: litigation Tier 4

Anna Kurian Shaw and Celine Jimenez Crowson jointly steer the Washington DC-based team at Hogan Lovells US LLP, which is capable of handling a litany of litigation arising from the sectors of tech, automotive and consumer goods industries, drawing upon its global office network to do so. Kurian Shaw is well-versed in trademark, trade dress and false advertising mandates, while Audrey Reed deploys her capabilities in the aerospace, e-commerce, telecoms and life sciences sectors to operate for a host of domestic and international clients. Another name to note is Lauren Cury, whose arsenal of skills is comprised of copyright, non-traditional trademarks and trade secret misappropriation.

M&A/corporate and commercial > Venture capital and emerging companies Tier 4

Real estate > Real estate finance Tier 4

Bolstered by the integration of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP’s real estate practice, Hogan Lovells US LLP has strong capabilities in representing real estate funds and asset managers. The team handles the financing and refinancing of major loans including mortgage loans and portfolio loans secured by a wide range of asset types. Lea Ann Fowler from Denver jointly leads the team alongside Jeffrey Keitelman who splits his time in Washington DC and New York. Lea Ann Fowler regularly handles construction loans for clients in the hotel and resort, retail, and healthcare sectors. Based in New York, Brian Diamond is a go-to for institutional investors like JPMorgan while Ana Tenzer is well-versed in single and multi-property commercial mortgage loans.

Investment fund formation and management > Private equity funds (including venture capital) Tier 5

Hogan Lovells US LLP mostly represents fund sponsors, but has a growing secondaries practice on both the investor and sponsor side. David Winter in Washington DC heads up a team whose workload spans private equity, venture capital, real estate matters, and is often involved in infrastructure, commodities, derivatives, and energy transactions. Richard Madris in New York is a well-established within the infrastructure fund space. Madris focuses on real estate investment, as does Brayton Dresser, also in New York, among whose key clients are real estate investment firms, emblematic of the wider group’s counting leading real estate managers in the US such as JP Morgan Asset Management as key clients. David Olstein in New York is active on the investment of pension plan assets.

Real estate Tier 5

Hogan Lovells US LLP‘s real estate practice draws on extensive experience in every aspect of real estate law across a wide range of asset classes, to provide clients with advice on how to meet their operational and investment goals. The team works with a variety of clients including lenders, investors funds, and developers, demonstrating a breadth of practice and knowledge. Further, the group handles a range of transactions, with specialist experience regarding land use and zoning laws, and growing knowledge of emerging asset classes such as data centers and renewable energy assets. The team benefits from the co-leadership of Jeffrey Keitelman, acting out of the Washington office, who brings particular experience guiding occupiers through leasing, purchase, and sale-leaseback transactions. Alongside Keitelman is co-head Lea Ann Fowler, who is based in Denver, and provides expertise in serving clients with hotel, resort, and mixed-use real estate assets.

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