Latham & Watkins is noted for its corporate work in the video gaming sphere. The firm assists clients with acquisitions and dispositions of gaming companies and game titles, capital market transactions, and product development launches. The team also advises on data privacy and protection issues, including managing data breaches and assisting with game registration and data collection flows. Practice head Mike Turner is well-versed in M&A transactions, venture capital, and private equity for the gaming sector.
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  • 'The Latham & Watkins team is nimble and each serves as a true expert in the field. They are able to provide concrete industry examples to help guide ius in making sound decisions.'
  • 'Mike Turner is incredibly responsive, bright and practical.'

Key clients

  • Asmodée
  • Build a Rocket Boy
  • CVC Capital Partners
  • Miniclip
  • Synthesia

Work highlights

Advised Miniclip on its $1.2bn acquisition of Easybrain from Embracer Group.
Advised Build A Rocket Boy on an agreement to acquire PlayFusion.
Advised Synthesia on its $170m Series D financing.

Practice head

Mike Turner