With a fine record in complex domestic and international M&A, particularly in the fintech, media, and healthcare sectors, Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP is noted for its ‘deep expertise’ in the area. The group lies under the steady leadership of Philip Richter, who is experienced in representing public and private companies on minority investments, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, and Steven Epstein, who is proficient in both transactional and advisory matters, including divestitures. Roy Tannenbaum’s core scope of work entails public and private M&A, while Adam Cohen focuses on asset acquisitions and majority and minority investments.
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Testimonials
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- 'Phil Richter and Roy Tannenbaum are outstanding M&A lawyers with deep expertise in complex and cross-border larger transactions.'
Key clients
- Ascential plc
- Becton, Dickinson and Company
- Blackstone
- Broadcast Media Inc.
- Brookfield Asset Management
- Capital Product Partners
- Catalent
- CVS Health
- Evercore
- Goldman Sachs
Work highlights
- Acted as counsel to Broadcast Music Inc in its sale to a shareholder group led by New Mountain Capital.
- Acted as counsel to Sterling Check Corp in its $2.2bn acquisition by First Advantage Corporation.
- Acted as counsel to Terex in its $2bn all-cash acquisition of the ESG business of Dover.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Philip Richter; Steven Epstein
Other key lawyers
Roy Tannenbaum; Adam Cohen