Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP advises international and domestic corporations, banks, and investment funds on the full spectrum of deal and fund capabilities, with particular emphasis on private equity, including fund formation and fundraising. Co-head Marcy Geller in New York specializes in a wide range of tax matters and recently represented KKR in various acquisitions. Nancy Mehlman also co-leads with specific expertise in M&A, real estate transactions, and fund formations, recently advising on BlackStone Real Estate’s multi-billion dollar acquisition. Jonathan Goldstein advises on tax matters related to renewable energy transactions, corporate restructurings, and bankruptcies, as well as cross-border matters. Drew Purcell is adept in a broad range of tax matters, including private equity transactions and fund formations. Russell Light is experienced in M&A, joint ventures, financing and real estate transactions, and bankruptcy matters, and Sophie Staples advises private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on tax aspects of investments, acquisitions, and divestitures. In Washington DC, Benjamin Rippeon represents complex and high-profile transactions both domestically and internationally. Joining the practice is Adam Arikat from Kirkland & Ellis LLP.