Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has added a prominent capital markets lawyer from DLA Piper’s New York office to its team, expanding its presence in high-stakes transactional legal work. The move follows a trend of top-tier firms poaching experienced attorneys to bolster their advisory capabilities in mergers, acquisitions, and securities offerings. The hire underscores growing competition among elite law firms for specialized expertise in complex financial deals. Industry observers note that such lateral moves often signal a firm’s strategic push into key markets or practice areas.
Freshfields Lands DLA Piper Capital Markets Lawyer in New York news.bloomberglaw.com
