A&O Shearman has broad expertise across executive compensation, employment, and governance, navigating high-stakes corporate transactions, including executive pay in billion-dollar M&A deals, alongside guiding boards through governance challenges. Brian Jebb and John Cannon, both global co-heads of the practice, bring deep expertise in cross-border transactions, with knowledge of regulatory landscapes and market trends. Known for its ability to handle intricate compensation structures, post-transaction integration, and equity plan design, the firm is a go-to for private equity giants, tech innovators, and multinational corporations.
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Key clients

  • 3E
  • Apollo Global Management
  • Atrion Corporation
  • Boomi
  • Boston Scientific Corporation
  • Broadway Technology
  • Cube Content Governance Global Limited
  • Dover
  • Forevision Holdings Limited
  • Genmab A/S

Lawyers

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The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Practice head

Brian Jebb, John Cannon

Other key lawyers

Jai Garg; Melisa Brower; Matthew Behrens; Jason Rothschild