The Hogan Lovells US LLP M&A practice is well versed in handling complex big-ticket transactions in various regulated sectors including aerospace, defense and financial services. Co-heading the practice out of New York, William Curtin III is frequently sought out for his experience in advising both publicly listed entities and private equity sponsors, with a client list that includes prominent names in the automotive, media and entertainment and technology sectors. Co-head Elizabeth Donley, based in Washington DC, has an impressive track record in advising on complex cross-border M&A transactions. Meanwhile, operating in Silicon Valley is co-head Keith Flaum, who focuses his transactional skills on advising several high-profile technology and life sciences clients. New York-based Peter Cohen-Millstein is noted for his experience in handling public M&A in the mining, energy and pharmaceutical industries.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We're always impressed with Hogan Lovells. They have a client dashboard to track spending and progress, which also provides key contacts for everyone on the team. They are full-service and able to quickly turn documents and comments and be responsive on any issue we throw. We're particularly impressed with their cross-border capabilities.'
- 'Keith Flaum was outstanding. He is a great advisor and problem solver. Tough negotiator but knows what is important for the deal.’
- ‘Elizabeth Donley is excellent both at straight M&A and carveouts, which is a speciality of hers. As this is often of interest to us, she is a great partner on deals.'
- ‘The firm has a strong defense/manufacturing M&A lean which is important for our company. Excellent depth of talent and project leadership.’
- ‘Keith Flaum is outstanding to work with. He is extremely responsive, knowledgeable, and always provides simple, clear, actionable advice, even on very complex matters. His deep expertise in M&A is a standout in the field. He is a deeply valued partner.’
- ‘Hogan offers full service M&A support where the deal leader coordinates with all other SMEs in other divisions (antitrust, employment, tax, non-profit, etc.) and makes the process very efficient and seamless. They are exceptionally responsive and clear in their advice.’
Key clients
- Joe Tsai and Oliver Weisberg (Miami Dolphins, National Football League)
- Mallinckrodt plc
- O’Connor Capital Solutions
- Estate of Paul G. Allen (Portland Trail Blazers, National Basketball League)
- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
- The Government of Ukraine
- Ares Management
- Morgan Family (Philadelphia Phillies, Major League Baseball)
- Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V.
- DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
- Novartis
- UNC Health
Work highlights
Advised Oxford Ionics on its US$1.075 billion sale to IonQ.
Advised the Government of Ukraine on the landmark mineral rights agreement with the United States Government.
Advised Novartis (NYSE: NVS) on its up to US$3.1bn acquisition of Anthos Therapeutics.
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Adrienne Ellman
Richard Climan
William Curtin III
Practice head
William Curtin III; Elizabeth Donley; Keith Flaum
Other key lawyers
Peter Cohen-Millstein; Richard Climan; Adrienne Ellman