Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates is a global law firm. The firm operates 21 offices around the world. It employs approximately 1,700 attorneys who practice in more than 50 distinct areas. Skadden serves clients in every major international financial center. The firm provides specific legal advice to companies across a spectrum of industries. Its work helps clients compete effectively in a global business environment.

The firm advises on mergers and acquisitions across many sectors. It recently counseled CNP Assurances on its agreement to acquire Prudential Financial businesses in Brazil and Mexico. Skadden also advised Yinson Azalea Production on an FPSO project bond offering. These transactions show the firm's work in cross border deals and structured finance. Attorneys at the firm guide clients through complex market dynamics.

Skadden maintains a broad litigation and regulatory practice. The firm publishes a quarterly securities litigation update that tracks key court developments. It also advises on antitrust and consumer protection laws. The firm counsels clients on congressional investigations and changes at the Securities and Exchange Commission. Its attorneys handle commercial disputes and high stakes investigations.

The firm offers insights through multiple publications and podcasts. Skadden's quarterly Insights publication examines M&A activity in the life sciences sector. It also covers the transformation of Europe's defense sector and state enforcement actions. The Informed Board discusses board level issues and regulatory trends. Podcast episodes address antitrust, tax, and technology developments.

Skadden expanded its capabilities by adding five veteran litigators to its mass torts and product liability practice. The firm received recognition in Chambers UK 2027. The Lawyer featured Skadden in its Global Elite 2026 report. These recognitions reflect the firm's position in the legal market.

The firm serves clients from offices across Asia, Europe, and North America. It advises on public offerings, private placements, and structured financing. Skadden works with companies in capital markets and corporate transactions. Its global presence allows it to support clients in major financial centers worldwide. The firm focuses on practical legal solutions for international business.

Services

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Securities litigation
• Antitrust and competition
• Tax
• Technology
• Mass torts
• Product liability
• Project bonds
• Capital markets
• Corporate transactions