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Latham Letter Begins New Era for Private Capital Fundraising

Interpretive guidance unlocks general solicitation in Regulation D offerings with user-friendly, bright-line approach.

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The Trump Administration: First 100 Days Blog

Stay informed with our insights on the shifting regulatory and legal landscape.

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Preparing for the Investigative Priorities of the New US Congress

Latham’s Congressional Investigations lawyers preview the likely oversight priorities of the new Congress and outline best practices in responding to congressional investigations.

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Litigation 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Outlook

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Market Update

In this edition, we explore the evolving landscape of investment trends, regulatory challenges, and strategic opportunities shaping the global market.

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Accelerating Tech

Latham Advises on Xiaomi’s HK$42.6 Billion Top-Up Placement

Historic Take-Private

Latham Advises Endeavor in Completed Take-Private Acquisition by Silver Lake

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Landmark LBO

Latham Advises on Financing for Walgreens Boots Alliance’s US$23.7 Billion Acquisition by Sycamore Partners

Defense Tech Unicorn

Latham Advises Shield AI on One of the Largest Growth Financing Rounds in the Defense Tech Space in 2025

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Asset Management Transaction

Latham Advises Ares in Completed Acquisition of GCP International

Smooth Landing

Latham Achieves Closure of European Commission Interim Measures Proceedings for Client Lufthansa

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Asset Management M&A

Latham Advises Bridge Investment Group in US$1.5 Billion Acquisition by Apollo

Goal!

Latham Scores Complete Jury Trial Verdict in High-Profile Antitrust Dispute for U.S. Soccer

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Digital Asset Leader

Latham Advises Coinbase on VASP Registration in the United Kingdom

Landmark Decision

Latham Secures Another Significant Victory for the Republic of Croatia

Complete Victory

Latham Secures Win for Oracle’s Larry Ellison and Safra Catz in Multi-Billion Dollar Stockholder Challenge

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"Litigators of the Week"

Latham Successfully Defends Sarepta Therapeutics Against US$290 Million Drug Patent Claim, Scores US$116 Million Win

Law Firm of the Year for Sixth Consecutive Year
Won “Practice Group of the Year” in three categories, while being nominated across six areas in total.
Law360 2024

Advised on more billion-dollar year-end deals than any other law firm in 2024
The American Lawyer and Law.com International

More than 100 #1 rankings across global, regional, and industry M&A and PE league tables in 2024
Bloomberg, LSEG, Mergermarket, Law360

Most Rankings for Tenth Consecutive Year
Recognized across a range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024

“Latham & Watkins, which tops the FT’s annual ranking of law firms for the region… was one of the first US law firms to consciously integrate innovation into its strategic priorities 20 years ago.”
Most Innovative Law Firm in North America 2023
Financial Times

22 Consecutive Years on the A-List
Latham consistently ranks among the very top-performing firms across financial and cultural measures.
The American Lawyer A-List 2024

“Latham & Watkins is the absolute go-to firm for anything that is complex and requires fast turnaround times. They are number one.”
Chambers UK 2024

“A winning team with a truly global approach.”
Chambers USA 2024

“Latham & Watkins is a first-rate firm that I entrust with my most sophisticated and high-stakes matters. They have never failed to meet and exceed our expectations on these matters and are always one step ahead.”
Chambers USA 2024

“Best in class when it comes to complex business strategies and market knowledge. It offers a deep talent roster magnified by its regional, inter-office network.”
Chambers USA 2024

Our Stories

Lawdragon: Black Brilliance feature on Latham Black lawyers group

What is LathamTech?

In 2024, we partnered with clients across the tech ecosystem to drive tech forward.

ATX Open Kids Day

Latham co-hosted a youth tennis clinic with Boys & Girls Club of the Austin Area ahead of the 2025 tournament.

My Latham Summer

Experience the journey of a Latham summer associate. Discover meaningful work, mentorship, and a community that builds your career.

An Extraordinary Network

In “Black Brilliance,” Lawdragon explores how Latham built a powerful network of top Black lawyers.

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April 3, 2025 Blog

HHS Begins Department Reorganization and Reduction in Force

New rounds of cuts and organizational shifts for HHS staff and operating divisions could dramatically impact the healthcare and life sciences industry.

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April 2, 2025 Blog

FDIC Removes Roadblocks to Crypto Activities in the Banking Sector

New FDIC guidance permits crypto activities by supervised institutions without prior approval, emphasizing risk management and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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April 2, 2025 Blog

NJDEP Proposed Rule Update PFAS Added to Contaminant Testing Requirements

The proposed rule would potentially usher in a future of broad testing for certain PFAS at New Jersey remediation sites.

Latham Letter Begins New Era for Private Capital Fundraising

The Trump Administration: First 100 Days Blog

Preparing for the Investigative Priorities of the New US Congress

Litigation 2024 Year in Review and 2025 Outlook

Healthcare & Life Sciences Market Update

Latham Advises on Xiaomi’s HK$42.6 Billion Top-Up Placement

Latham Advises Endeavor in Completed Take-Private Acquisition by Silver Lake

Latham Advises on Financing for Walgreens Boots Alliance’s US$23.7 Billion Acquisition by Sycamore Partners

Latham Advises Shield AI on One of the Largest Growth Financing Rounds in the Defense Tech Space in 2025

Latham Advises Ares in Completed Acquisition of GCP International

Latham Achieves Closure of European Commission Interim Measures Proceedings for Client Lufthansa

Latham Advises Bridge Investment Group in US$1.5 Billion Acquisition by Apollo

Latham Scores Complete Jury Trial Verdict in High-Profile Antitrust Dispute for U.S. Soccer

Latham Advises Coinbase on VASP Registration in the United Kingdom

Latham Secures Another Significant Victory for the Republic of Croatia

Latham Secures Win for Oracle’s Larry Ellison and Safra Catz in Multi-Billion Dollar Stockholder Challenge

Latham Successfully Defends Sarepta Therapeutics Against US$290 Million Drug Patent Claim, Scores US$116 Million Win

Our Stories

What is LathamTech?

ATX Open Kids Day

My Latham Summer

An Extraordinary Network

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HHS Begins Department Reorganization and Reduction in Force

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NJDEP Proposed Rule Update PFAS Added to Contaminant Testing Requirements