Mayer Brown

Lauren B. Pryor hosts our latest Leadership in the Law episode with guest Anthony Kappus, the Former Chief of Legal Affairs and Digital Revenue at Redfin. In their discussion, Anthony emphasizes the importance of focusing on the hard things first, characterizes constructive partnerships between in-house and outside counsel as a “two-way street,” shares his perspective on navigating a high-profile acquisition, what associates should know before moving in-house and how GCs can effectively align with CEOs. Whether you're early in your legal career or leading a legal department, this episode offers valuable takeaways you won’t want to miss. Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/g9tq5_ha #LegalLeadership

We advised Kayne Anderson BDC, Inc. on its investment in SG Credit Partners, Inc., a national credit platform focused on the lower middle market to complement KBDC’s middle market investing strategy. The investment complements KBDC’s private credit investment capabilities by further diversifying proprietary investment channels and was structured as a term loan facility and equity investment. The Mayer Brown team was led by partners Jon Dhanawade and Jonathan Rosaluk in the firm’s Chicago office. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/geNZp_fa #MergersandAcquisitions

We are proud to welcome Nikolai Sokolov as partner in our private equity practice in Germany. Nikolai brings extensive experience advising private equity investors as well as strategic investors on domestic and international transactions. "We are delighted to welcome Nikolai to our team. His expertise and strategic approach will significantly support our clients in complex transactions," says Dr. Ulrike Binder, head of the Corporate/M&A practice of Mayer Brown Germany. Nikolai has extensive experience in LBOs, MBOs, co-investments, carve-outs and joint ventures. His industry focus includes business services, software, technology, defense, and infrastructure. Sokolov regularly advises French financial investor ADAGIA, among others. Most recently, he advised Dürr AG on the acquisition of the BBS Automation Group from financial investor EQT, the shareholder of the Exyte Group on the sale of a minority stake to US financial investor BDT, and a marketing agency on several M&A transactions as part of its expansion strategy. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdAQB4X5 #PrivateEquity

The repatriation of the 840-pound Bahia Emerald to Brazil was more than just a case — it was a mission to restore a piece of national heritage. Excavated without permits in 2001 and smuggled into the US, the emerald endured hurricanes, near-sales to infamous figures, and years of legal limbo. Mayer Brown, led by partners John Nadolenco and Kelly Kramer, worked closely with the Brazilian and US governments to secure its return, culminating in a US District Court ruling that recognized Brazil’s rightful ownership. The Bahia Emerald now resides where it’s always belonged — in a museum in Brazil, for all to admire. Read our full client story here: https://lnkd.in/guY56RPf #Litigation #DisputeResolution 

Partners Linda Boss, Kiel Bowen, Andrew Vouziers, and Fred Fisher discuss the 'course of performance' interpretation principle, examining its relevance to financing facilities and offering practical guidance for lenders to avoid unintended outcomes. Access the full article here, published by LexisNexis Law Books' Banking Law Journal: https://lnkd.in/gKHFAAif #FundFinance #Banking

🎙️ We are excited to introduce the first episode of our Employment & Benefits Unpacked podcast—offering fresh insights on emerging trends in the Employment and Benefits landscape from our lawyers. In this episode, Grace Shie and Morgan Bailey, partners in our Global Mobility and Migration practice, unpack the 2025 US immigration travel ban, diving into the recent Presidential Proclamation that restricts travel to the United States for citizens of certain countries. They explore what this means for international travelers and discuss the broader impact on employers and globally mobile workforces. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eFaz8DbB #EmploymentBenefits #GlobalMobility #PresidentialProclamation

Join us for a timely and insightful discussion on the sweeping legislative changes introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Our panel, Jonathan Becker, Daniel Harder, Michelle M. Jewett, Warren Payne and Jessica Woolley, will unpack the most impactful provisions across: 🔹 Tax and Trade – including the permanence of TCJA provisions, new tax-relief measures, the repeal and phase-down of renewable energy credits, and evolving international tax and trade issues 🔹 Healthcare – aggressive reforms to Medicaid and Medicare 🔹 Agriculture – targeted policy updates 🔹 Immigration – major shifts in enforcement and border security funding Our lawyers and advisors will explore what these changes mean for in-house counsel, compliance teams, and business leaders, with a focus on practical takeaways for strategic planning and regulatory readiness.   Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gNfduEBA #OneBigBeautifulBillAct 

Ending the week on a high note (and a higher ranking)! We are proud to be ranked among the top 10 law firms in Bloomberg Law’s inaugural list of “Leading Law Firms,” an empirical ranking that evaluates nearly 100 firms across the US on a holistic set of performance indicators. This prestigious recognition highlights firms across the US that have excelled in various categories, including financial strength, talent, growth, and business and innovation, setting a high bar for excellence in legal services. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g2pbM8z9 #LeadingLawFirms

🏆 From helping launch a first-of-its-kind clean energy CLO platform, to achieving success in a landmark construction and cladding dispute, all while integrating AI across firm processes, we continue to innovate to cater to the needs of our clients. Today, we celebrate being nominated for ‘Most Innovative Law Firm in Europe’ at the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards 2025! We have also been shortlisted in the following: · Innovation in training and development Adam Curphey Rukiyat Osinaike · Intrapreneurs Mehreen Malik · Innovative lawyers in disputes and crisis management James Morris Michael Regan · Innovative lawyers in sustainability Chris McGarry Adam Farrell Thank you to Reena SenGupta and the wider research team at RSGI for the recognition. Congratulations to all of the teams involved and we very much look forward to seeing our clients and peers at the awards ceremony on 18 September. #FTIL #ftinnovativelawyers #mostinnovativelawfirm #Europe

Join Mayer Brown and KBW for a Practising Law Institute (PLI) session on insurance capital markets trends, including sub debt, surplus notes, P-CAPs, FABNs and more. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gT_WmF3h #Insurance #CapitalMarkets