Davis Polk and Simpson Thacher are advising on the $2.7 billion Ashurst and Perkins Coie Merger.
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is advising Ashurst on its combination of equals with Perkins Coie to create a global law firm named Ashurst Perkins Coie. The proposed combination is subject to customary closing conditions, including a vote of the partners at each firm.
Ashurst Perkins Coie will be a trusted partner to companies shaping the future of the global economy, helping them navigate an increasingly complex world to unlock transformative growth opportunities.
Ashurst Perkins Coie will be a top 20 firm globally by revenue, with 3,000 lawyers, $2.7 billion in revenue and over 300 years of combined history. The combined firm ’s footprint will span 52 offices in 23 countries, with flagship hubs in Seattle, London, Sydney and New York, and deep expertise in major financial centers including Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Paris, Seoul, Shenzhen, Singapore and Tokyo.
The Davis Polk team includes Partner William H. Aaronson, Chair & Managing Partner Neil Barr and Tax Partner Michael Mollerus. All members of the Davis Polk team are based in the New York office.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is advising Perkins Coie. The deal team is led by New York M&A Partners Eric Swedenburg and Anthony Vernace.
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