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Upstream M&A values for oil and gas were up last year by 25% over 2020, a hopeful sign that energy production transactions are getting back to pre-Covid levels. However, gains in deal volume were slight. At the moment, 2022 seems set for continued deal flow, particularly in the mid-size markets. But beyond? The CDT Roundup has more on those numbers and a look at the lawyers who provided last week's deals.
Three firms in Texas — Gibson Dunn, Shearman & Sterling and Akin Gump — advised on the deal, which was reported as in its final stages last week. Some analysts are curious how Chesapeake will hedge, given concerns about the outlook for natural prices in 2023.
The Texas Lawbook caught up with Hooper about his decision with Brian Lidji to join forces with one of the largest firms in the state, memorable deals he and Lidji have handled and their clients’ concerns.
Over the past couple of decades Becky Diffen has managed to fashion a student passion into a formidable career guiding M&A transactions for renewable energy projects. She's not only seen the energy business change, she's literally been an agent of that change. Nushin Huq profiles her personal transition for The Texas Lawbook.
2021 was a record year for private equity in the U.S. According to PitchBook stats there were 8,600 PE deals worth more than $1.2 trillion, waaay higher than even the previous record. The Roundup has more on the banner year, as well as last week's reported transactions.
The five-partner team — highlighted by Whit Roberts and Jack Jacobsen, two Locke Lord lifers — includes three who have held firm or department-wide leadership roles. This latest move brings O'Melveny's Texas partner total to 15, with more lateral poaching expected by the Los Angeles-headquartered firm.
Glenn West considers himself a private equity lawyer. But over his 43-year career, he’s advised on everything from real estate and oil and gas to sports deals to acquisition finance to restructuring.
The Corporate Deal Tracker 2021 M&A Master List had been updated through Sept. 30. The list has been designed to grow with firm contributions. Check in regularly as the list grows.
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