Mike was the ring master for getting all of our moving parts headed in the right direction and hitting the right notes. regulations that may occur in Great experience and knowledgebase.’, ‘Andrew Davies, Ben Morton and Abigail Matthews bring extensive PFI experience, together with a practical, commercially aware approach rather than the academic legal approach we get elsewhere. Egil is recommended for Restructuring and insolvency by The Legal 500, 2020. Strong clearing bank relationships still inform a significant amount of work  but it also continues to grow and strengthen its relationships within the private credit fund community. Email. “DLA’s expertise is second to none. In Latin America in 2018, DLA Piper expanded in Argentina with its agreement with Cabanellas Etchebarne Kelly; in 2017 the firm entered Peru as DLA Piper Pizarro Botto Escobar; in 2016 the firm formed BAZ|DLA Piper in Chile and opened an office in Puerto Rico; in 2015 the firm formed DLA Piper Martinez Neira in Colombia and combined with Gallastegui y Lozano in Mexico City; and DLA Piper also has an ongoing cooperation agreement with Campos Mello Advogados in Brazil. Madrid partner César Herrero is noted for Spanish law engagements concerning Latin America infrastructure financings. The New York team at DLA Piper LLP (US) handles coverage litigation relating to cyber insurance, fraud, personal injury, product liability, toxic and mass tort, environmental claims, and bad faith claims against insurers. Angola COVID-19 Guide Coronavirus resource center: Read the latest analysis DLA Piper Africa firms top ranked in The Legal 500 EMEA Africa Connected: Energy in Africa Renewable Energy in Africa. He not only advises on current issues but is extremely proactive in helping us future proof contracts and spot “on the horizon” risks. The London team draws on a global office network to provide multijurisdictional tax advice. Andrew Davies, acclaimed for his ‘calm, pragmatic and commercial’ style, heads the team which has a proven track record on national and international projects and continues to support public sector clients on complex regulated procurements. Litigation: DLA Piper’s litigation and arbitration practice, with more than 500 lawyers in the US and 1,500 worldwide, collaborates with clients and counterparts to identify and execute the most advantageous business oriented solutions. Led by Hipwell - who also previously worked at Clifford Chance LLP - the team has since continued to grow, with other senior recruits joining from Deloitte and share scheme specialist firm Tapestry Compliance. The team, which is led by Andrew McIllhinney, recently welcomed director Craig Looker from Walker Morris LLP, who has an established reputation across the breadth of defined benefit scheme governance. Good skill set, client focused and service orientated.’, ‘DLA North West are excellent. She is diligent and efficient. They have attention to detail and provide excellent client management on a variety of different and difficult cases. She is very responsive and creative with fee arrangements for unique matters.‘, ‘The team has a depth of outsourcing knowledge around the globe, and attorneys that are great at engaging with business and negotiating deals. First-class service without pomposity and fuss.’, ‘Jeremy Andrews is an excellent strategist and cool-headed in difficult situations.’, ‘Jamie Curle is energetic and committed to the client’s cause.’, ‘Jeremy Andrews has excellent leadership skills, is clear and reasonable in his expectations, and handles clients very well.’. Orestis Omran Financial services sector expert Stewart Plant leads the team, which includes Andrew Smith, who focuses on M&A claims and shareholder disputes; and Jonathan Eatough, who has a broad practice ranging from IT, infrastructure and manufacturing disputes to civil fraud matters. Great ability to forecast coming pressure and demands and deploy team according. Ellis Reemer is also an extremely knowledgeable and experienced practitioner whose skills, judgment, and strong work ethic have served as the basis for a history of successful results on behalf of his clients.’. Rhys Bane. The Finnish property investment market continues to develop strongly. Its recent work is particularly prominent in the pharmaceutical industry. Anthony Meagher who co-chairs the practice in Baltimore along with Robert Crewdson in Atlanta, focuses on contentious matters, having successfully represented Buzzi Unicem USA in dismissing a $52m excess claim from a subcontractor, along with other project terminations and defect issues. DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 30 countries throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs anywhere in the world. The healthcare practice at DLA Piper LLP (US) focuses on transactional and related work in the healthcare sector, with a strong offering for private equity firms. Global co-chair of finance and projects Martin Bartlam leads the practice, with the firm's UK head of capital markets and structured investments Tony Lopez and global co-chair of financial services Mark Dwyer also playing key roles. DLA Piper advises some of the largest financial services companies and institutions on both their day-to-day operations and wider strategic objectives. 17 practice areas achieved Tier 1 rankings, with a total of 39 practice areas ranked. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. He is very easy to work with, has excellent judgement and has the ability effectively to manage a team under pressure. Paran jointly heads the practice with Michael Murphy, who has experience in representing insurance clients in claims relating to the energy and construction sectors. They are truly wonderful people and go above and beyond the call of duty.’, ‘Ed Shaw is a very capable lawyer and provides excellent management and advice. On regulatory matters Eric DeSilva's 'experience at the FCC, coupled with his outstanding negotiation and writing skills, make him a great addition to the DLA team'. Fantastic combination of legal and commercial advice.’, ‘An experienced team that delivers well on both transactional and insolvency litigation cases.’, ‘Helpful and collaborative; able to involve other groups as needed. Glenn Reitman; Deanna Reitman; Drew Baldinger; Jibin Luke; Jack Langlois, Penwood Real Estate Investment Management, Emerson Electric Co. Retirement Master Trust, Richard Ashley; Cisco Palao-Ricketts; Rita Patel. I would not hesitate to recommend either Richard or Liam. Sergio Barboza Practice head Clare Gregory and Gurpreet Duhra handle complex TUPE instructions, multijurisdictional restructurings, outsourcing issues and large-scale policy reviews including workplace harassment, mental health and discrimination policies. They have demonstrated an understanding of our business’ needs and Robert has gone above and beyond in terms of his responsiveness‘. The epithets like “above and beyond” and “going the extra mile” have become somewhat of a cliché, but they apply 100% when it comes to describing DLA’s client service. Camila Liévano. 22 Jan 2019. The Netherlands. Attracting praise for providing a 'city-standard service at a fraction of the cost', DLA Piper stands out for its breadth of experience in national and international disputes. ‘Andrew McIlhinney and his team are responsive, thorough and supportive. They also know exactly who to bring in to round out the team on complex matters. News. The practice acts for a number of notable PE houses, including  Duke Street, Ares, and Inflexion- a new client for the firm. Legal director Tim Williams joined the firm in August 2019 from Horizon Nuclear Power. Teresa Hitchcock, who jointly heads the team with Jean-Pierre Douglas-Henry and Neil Bowker, has a broad-ranging practice which covers all areas of health and safety, product safety and food safety law, and regulatory aspects of healthcare and medical devices. For a social enterprise, to have the backing of such a powerful and experienced law firm behind us made an incredible difference and helped us navigate a complex capital project and break down of relationship with our main contractor. Jean Pierre Douglas-Henry; Jamie Curle; Jeremy Andrews, ‘Magic Circle expertise without magic circle prices.‘, ‘The team at DLA Piper comprising Jamie Curle, Jeremy Sher and James Carter is exceptional. Partners always seek to establish good working relationships with the other parties’ lawyers.’, ‘Chris Chan understands what I want from a commercial real estate lawyer. ‘The detailed knowledge in a very specific sector is what differentiates them. ‘DLA Provide seamless legal expertise in all areas of biotechnology from raising equity, to business development to IP to real estate transactions‘. They are extremely capable, hardworking , friendly and always go the extra mile. Eric DeSilva; Edward Smith; Eric W. DeSilva; Dana Zelman; Peter Shroyer; Peter Karanjia, ‘The practice brings together a seasoned group of professionals that collectively amass experience and know-how second to none in the federal communications bar.’, ‘Eric DeSilva and his team have the ability to juggle an enormous amount of work spanning multiple, simultaneous, complex proceedings. He is ably assisted by Richard Jenkinson, who is highly competent and really thinks through issues. Sector expertise includes conventional and renewable energy, process engineering and heavy industry. Piero Carbone joined the team from McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP in September 2020. Senior associates Krystle Robinson and Benjamin Fellows are other names to note and both have experience in asset finance litigation, Consumer Credit Act work and professional negligence disputes. Authors: Fiona Thomson  joined Trowers & Hamlins LLP in late 2019. They deftly move from the most technical of filing questions to the most strategic overarching telecom questions.’, ‘Nancy Victory and Mike Senkowski are smart, strategic and forward-looking lawyers who guide a team of all-stars. They are very enjoyable to work with.’, ‘The team has expert knowledge and provides precise sound advice for all areas of pension law.’, ‘When the time comes, they are clear on their views, backed by sound research and when necessary firm and forthright. news. The personable and professional ways of working helped to encourage focused dialogue on many major issues and solutions. The investment practice is closely integrated with the global firm’s US, EMEA and Asia-Pacific offices and is helmed by the ‘always incisive’ William Naunton; he can be counted on for complex joint ventures, structured transactions and fund structure creations. The team is jointly lead by Leon Taylor, Andrew Symons and Rebecca Hopkirk. © 2021 Legalease Ltd. All rights reserved, Registered company in England & Wales No. He took no prisoners but was polite and professional in his dealings with the other parties.’. At DLA Piper, the customs and excise group is composed of international trade and tax experts, and is able to draw on specialists across EU member states, the US, Asia and Russia. The broader U.S.-based team is top notch.’, ‘The availability of DLA Piper colleagues is what makes the difference. Recent contentious highlights include representing clients in landmark disputes regarding the entitlements of self-employed workers; Hannon also recently handled a cross-border fraud investigation concerning senior directors. ‘Ben Mortons’s work output is excellent, timely, exceptionally well articulated and always right first time. Further offices in Colombia, Argentina, Chile and Peru, along with a cooperation agreement with Campos Mello Advogados in cooperation with DLA Piper in Brazil, make the firm a more than credible player throughout the region. DLA Piper is facing a multimillion-pound negligence claim from a cruise ship operator after allegations that partners provided substandard legal advice. Director Alistair Clough regularly assists with corporate due diligence and investigations arising from workplace injuries. Practice head Nigel Howard handles a diverse range of matters including town centre regeneration projects, residential and mixed-use developments, and portfolio sales and acquisitions. Regarded as an extended member of our internal team. She also has a knack of getting trustees on side‘. The instructions that they provide are concise and to the point.’, ‘I have worked with Anna Powers for a number of years and she is always great to work with. The 'exceptional' Mark Dwyer is regularly instructed on investment grade debt finance mandates, a corollary of his superb overarching borrower side practice. Ben Miller always takes the time to understand completely the issue in hand before providing his advice. The firm’s restructuring lawyers have significant experience advising clients on investigation, enforcement, litigation and asset recovery on a multijurisdictional basis relating to public and private companies in underperforming and distressed situations. In particular, the advice provided by Petra is consistent, practical, commercially sensible, very user friendly and tailored to the recipient of the advice and the extent of their legal/practical knowledge of the issues at hand, timely, proactive and good value for money.‘, ‘First class and highly experienced team of property litigators at the top of their game.‘, ‘Michelle Eyre is brilliant – she is very efficient, knowledgeable and a joy to work with.‘, ‘Dedicated team with excellent service covering a wide range of skills.‘, ‘John Kittle and Claire Swailes – personable providing very good and commercially relevant legal advice; always timely.‘, ‘Petra Billing gives very clear, good and timely advice and we very much value her counsel.‘, ‘We have a long and well-established relationship with DLA going back over 12 years. Kolacki has a number of important deals and gives the firm to join Shearman & Sterling LLP worked with on... 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