Dechert LLP

Advising on complex private equity transactions worldwide, Dechert LLP supports leading sponsors, investment funds, and corporate clients across key sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and technology. The practice is chaired by Mark Thierfelder, who leads some of the firm’s most high-profile transactions, including advising Cerberus Capital Management on Albertsons’ agreement to merge with Kroger. Co-head Kenneth Young’s broad client base spans both the bulge bracket and mid-market, with regular instructions on take-privates, carve-outs, and co-investments. Jonathan Kim remains active across a range of sectors, overseeing acquisitions and disposals in tech, healthcare, financial services, and infrastructure, among others. Marie Mast has a growing practice in Philadelphia, where she leverages previous in-house experience at a local private equity firm.