Leveraging its international network of offices, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP displays proficiency in the large-scale M&A space, where the firm’s client roster includes well-known public and private companies, primarily within the energy, tech, and food and beverage industries. The group is also well-equipped to advise on hostile takeover matters, shareholder activism, and matters stemming from action initiated by high-profile activist hedge funds. The leadership trio comprises Michael Aiello, who is well-versed in complex cross-border M&A and divestitures involving public companies, Michael Lubowitz, who represents private equity sponsors in the acquisition and disposition of public companies, and Matthew Gilroy, a go-to for acquirors, targets, and investment banks seeking assistance with complex M&A and compliance issues. Sachin Kohli, Eoghan Keenan, and Amanda Fenster are all experienced in corporate governance considerations, defensive measures, and disclosure issues related to M&A. All named individuals are based in New York.
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  • 'Eoghan Keenan - makes himself very available for clients. Very commercial.'
  • 'Very capable team under the leadership of Michael Aiello. Great experience, highly practical, and able to provide advice which is business-minded and not full of legalese. Well tested team for stormy waters when everyone is panicking, and the Weil team is the only anchor you can rely on.'
  • 'Michael Aiello is an amazing professional - a huge asset to the team. Even in difficult situations, he remains calm and is able to guide clients as a true business leader.'
  • 'Sachin Kohli is very capable, hardworking, and knowledgeable.'

Key clients

  • Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp.
  • AltC Acquisition Corp.
  • Aman Group S.a.r.l.
  • ASP Acuren Holdings Inc.
  • Bell Canada
  • Cedar Fair, L.P.
  • Centerview Partners LLC
  • ChampionX Corporation
  • CPP Investments
  • Ember Infrastructure
  • Glencore plc
  • The Home Depot, Inc.

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Practice head

Michael Aiello; Michael Lubowitz;  Matthew Gilroy

Other key lawyers

Sachin Kohli; Eoghan Keenan; Amanda Fenster