Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP has an issuer facing practice, driven by private equity, financial investor and asset management clients, along with their portfolio companies; the firm frequently advises anchor client Apollo Global Management and its portfolio companies. It also has some major corporate clients such as Carnival Corporation. Telecoms, financial services, leisure, travel, fashion and apparel and energy are sectors of particular strength, while it is further noted for restructuring-related deals. Brian Janson and Gregory Ezring are prominent partners with a fine record in high-yield debt with Luke Jennings gaining recognition. John Kennedy continues to advise Carnival on a regular basis. All are based in New York.
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‘Strong team with good experience and market knowledge.’
‘I've worked with Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison for over 10 years. This practice was instrumental in getting capital markets deals done. Paul Weiss consistently delivered excellent advice, well-balanced between legal and commercial aspects of the issues. A deal person can always depend on Paul Weiss.’
‘I worked closely with Brian Jansen, David Sobel and Luke Jennings. What made them distinguished: Combination of knowledge, experience, well-balanced commercial understanding of the deal, client service, dependability, timely response, professional attitude.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Brian Janson
Practice head
Brian Janson; Gregory Ezring; John Kennedy
Other key lawyers
Luke Jennings; David Sobel