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McGuireWoods' Lisa Medina is Elected to American College of Bond Counsel
RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 27 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods' Lisa Medina is Elected to American College of Bond Counsel
October 26, 2026
McGuireWoods partner Lisa M. Medina has been elected a fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel, an honor reserved for lawyers who have established reputations for skill, experience and high standards of professional and ethical conduct in the practice of bond law.
Medina and other newly elected fellows were recognized Oct. 13, 2026, at the American College of Bond Counsel's annual dinner in Chicago.
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RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 27 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods' Lisa Medina is Elected to American College of Bond Counsel
October 26, 2026
McGuireWoods partner Lisa M. Medina has been elected a fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel, an honor reserved for lawyers who have established reputations for skill, experience and high standards of professional and ethical conduct in the practice of bond law.
Medina and other newly elected fellows were recognized Oct. 13, 2026, at the American College of Bond Counsel's annual dinner in Chicago.
Medinaadvises clients on tax-exempt bond financings, serving as bond, underwriter's, bank counsel and borrower's counsel. Her experience includes negotiating bond and related financings for life care communities, educational institutions (including independent schools and charter schools), colleges and universities, hospitals and healthcare centers, and other nonprofits. She advises on state and local governmental bond financings of all credit types, from state-level transportation financings to energy equipment leases.
Medina spent the first 12 years of her career as a lawyer at McGuireWoods in Richmond, Virginia, where she rose from associate to partner before joining Wells Fargo, where she was senior capital markets counsel supporting the bank's public finance line of business. She returned to McGuireWoods in 2018 in the firm's Charlotte office.
"Election to the American College of Bond Counsel is one of the highest honors in our field, and Lisa has earned it many times over," said Kay McNab, co-leader of McGuireWoods' Public Finance Practice Group. "She blends sharp judgment with creative vision and deep expertise, making her an indispensable partner in our national practice and a trusted advisor to our clients."
Medina is the second McGuireWoods partner inducted into the American College of Bond Counsel, following Baltimore partner Alan C. Cason.
"I am deeply honored to be elected a fellow of the American College of Bond Counsel and to join lawyers I have long admired," Medina said. "Public finance makes possible the schools, hospitals and infrastructure that strengthen our communities, and I am grateful to my clients and colleagues for the opportunity to help bring those projects to life."
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Original text here: https://www.mcguirewoods.com/news/press-releases/2026/10/mcguirewoods-lisa-medina-is-elected-to-american-college-of-bond-counsel/
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McGuireWoods Provides Regulatory Counsel to HealthSpan Partners in Acquisition of Surgery Partners
RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 27 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods Provides Regulatory Counsel to HealthSpan Partners in Acquisition of Surgery Partners
Transaction Will Create One of the Nation's Largest Outpatient Surgical Care Platforms
October 26, 2026
McGuireWoods served as healthcare regulatory counsel to HealthSpan Partners, a contractual affiliate and supporting organization of Bon Secours Mercy Health, in its definitive agreement to acquire Surgery Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGRY), a leading provider of surgical services. The all-cash transaction
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RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 27 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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McGuireWoods Provides Regulatory Counsel to HealthSpan Partners in Acquisition of Surgery Partners
Transaction Will Create One of the Nation's Largest Outpatient Surgical Care Platforms
October 26, 2026
McGuireWoods served as healthcare regulatory counsel to HealthSpan Partners, a contractual affiliate and supporting organization of Bon Secours Mercy Health, in its definitive agreement to acquire Surgery Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGRY), a leading provider of surgical services. The all-cash transactionhas an enterprise value of approximately $5.7 billion.
HealthSpan Partners' combination with Surgery Partners -- which operates through a national network of ambulatory surgery centers, surgical hospitals and physician partnerships -- will establish one of the nation's largest outpatient surgical care platforms.
HealthSpan Partners is a diversified healthcare services organization that supports accessible, patient-centered care across multiple healthcare settings. Surgery Partners operates more than 200 locations across approximately 30 states and has approximately 5,000 affiliated physicians. The combination will expand HealthSpan Partners' presence across the fast-growing outpatient surgery segment and strengthen its ability to serve patients across a broader range of care settings.
The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to the approval of Surgery Partners shareholders, the receipt of regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions. Upon the deal's completion, Surgery Partners will become a privately held company.
The McGuireWoods team advising HealthSpan Partners included partners Alyssa Campbell, Holly Buckley, Timothy Fry, Brett Barnett and Greg Fosheim, and associates Erica Jewell and Francesca Ozinal.
"We are proud to support Bon Secours and HealthSpan Partners on this strategic transaction," said Buckley, chair of the firm's Healthcare Department. "Bringing together a national network of ambulatory surgery centers, surgical hospitals and physician partnerships requires careful attention to a complex healthcare regulatory landscape. Our team has the experience and depth to help clients navigate that complexity with confidence."
McGuireWoods' nationally recognized healthcare lawyers steer hospitals, health systems, physician groups, investors and life sciences companies through the ever-changing landscape of healthcare regulation. The firm has earned numerous honors, including a nationwide ranking in Chambers USA, for representing healthcare and life sciences clients in major corporate transactions, as well as regulatory and compliance matters.
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URL: HealthSpan Partners
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Original text here: https://www.mcguirewoods.com/news/press-releases/2026/10/mcguirewoods-provides-regulatory-counsel-to-healthspan-partners-in-acquisition-of-surgery-partners/
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Mayer Brown Advises CVC on the Proposed Combination Between Panzani and Cerealis
CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 27 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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26 October 2026
Mayer Brown advises CVC on the proposed combination between Panzani and Cerealis
Paris - Mayer Brown advised CVC on the tax structuring of the proposed combination between Panzani and Cerealis.
The shareholders of Panzani and Cerealis have entered into exclusive negotiations with a view to combining the two groups, with the goal of creating an independent and diversified European food and agribusiness group.
Backed by the founding families of Cerealis, Sofina, and - CVC which would reinvest
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CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 27 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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26 October 2026
Mayer Brown advises CVC on the proposed combination between Panzani and Cerealis
Paris - Mayer Brown advised CVC on the tax structuring of the proposed combination between Panzani and Cerealis.
The shareholders of Panzani and Cerealis have entered into exclusive negotiations with a view to combining the two groups, with the goal of creating an independent and diversified European food and agribusiness group.
Backed by the founding families of Cerealis, Sofina, and - CVC which would reinvestin the new entity - the combined group will generate approximately Euros1 billion in consolidated revenue.
The completion of the transaction remains subject to the notification of and consultation with the relevant employee representative bodies, as well as the receipt of the required regulatory approvals.
Mayer Brown advised CVC on the tax structuring of the transaction with a team comprising Laurent Borey and Elodie Deschamps (partners), Jean-Philippe Coiffard (Counsel), and Clara Hamour (associate).
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Original text here: https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/news/2026/10/mayer-brown-advises-cvc-on-the-proposed-combination-between-panzani-and-cerealis
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Expands Corporate Finance Capabilities With New London Debt Capital Markets Hire
NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer expands corporate finance capabilities with new London debt capital markets hire
26 Oct 2026
Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer announced today that Peter Allen will be joining the firm as a debt capital markets partner in its Finance and Restructuring practice, based in London.
Peter joins from Freshfields where he was part of the corporate finance team. Advising both underwriters and issuers on a wide range of capital markets and corporate
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer expands corporate finance capabilities with new London debt capital markets hire
26 Oct 2026
Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer announced today that Peter Allen will be joining the firm as a debt capital markets partner in its Finance and Restructuring practice, based in London.
Peter joins from Freshfields where he was part of the corporate finance team. Advising both underwriters and issuers on a wide range of capital markets and corporatefinance matters and across various geographies, Peter's practice comprises corporate issuer mandates, bank-side mandates and emerging markets transactions across the credit spectrum, with additional experience in the finance aspects of restructurings, private credit and M&A matters.
His work spans many sectors, including financial institutions, traditional and renewable energy, infrastructure and telecommunications.
Kristen Roberts, Managing Partner, Finance and Restructuring, UK EMEA, commented: "Peter is widely respected for his enduring client relationships and exceptional professional insight. His deep expertise across debt capital markets further strengthens our offering to corporate and financial institution clients in the UK and globally. It is a pleasure to welcome him to the firm."
Peter's arrival reflects a further investment in the firm's Finance and Restructuring capabilities across its UK and Continental Europe offices, following the hire of Emanuela Da Rin and team in Milan, Stuart Brinkworth in London, Laurent Massinon in Luxembourg, and Carole Nerguararian in Paris.
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Original text here: https://www.hsfkramer.com/news/2026-10/hsf-kramer-expands-corporate-finance-capabilities-with-new-london-debt-capital-markets-hire
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Fried Frank: EQT to Acquire Range Resources
NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson LLP, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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EQT to Acquire Range Resources
October 26, 2026
Fried Frank is advising Evercore as lead financial advisor to Range Resources Corporation (Range) on its agreement to be acquired by EQT Corporation (EQT) in an all-stock transaction with a pro forma enterprise value over $50 billion.
The combination brings together two of the highest-quality natural gas assets in North America, creating America's largest and only vertically integrated natural gas producer with leading inventory
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson LLP, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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EQT to Acquire Range Resources
October 26, 2026
Fried Frank is advising Evercore as lead financial advisor to Range Resources Corporation (Range) on its agreement to be acquired by EQT Corporation (EQT) in an all-stock transaction with a pro forma enterprise value over $50 billion.
The combination brings together two of the highest-quality natural gas assets in North America, creating America's largest and only vertically integrated natural gas producer with leading inventorydepth and low-cost structure. For more on the transaction, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, read Range's press release.
This transaction is a continuation of Fried Frank's work advising Evercore as the financial advisor on high-value deals.
Most recently, the firm advised Evercore as the financial advisor to DTI on its agreement to acquire Saltire Energy Limited and Foxley Energy Limited, and the Special Committee of Slate Grocery REIT on its agreement to be acquired by a joint venture between Brixmor and affiliates of Everview Partners.
M&A and private equity partners Philip Richter and Roy Tannenbaum are leading the Fried Frank team, which includes M&A and private equity associate Travis Doyle.
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This communication is for general information only. It is not intended, nor should it be relied upon, as legal advice. In some jurisdictions, this may be considered attorney advertising. Please refer to the firm's data policy page for further information.
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Original text here: https://www.friedfrank.com/news-and-insights/eqt-to-acquire-range-resources-13228
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Dentons Strengthens London Restructuring Practice With Hire of Kevin Heverin
WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons strengthens London Restructuring practice with hire of Kevin Heverin
October 26, 2026
London--Global law firm Dentons has recruited highly regarded restructuring partner Kevin Heverin from Baker McKenzie in London. His appointment reflects Dentons' continued investment in strategic practices and further strengthens the firm's market position.
Recognised as a "Next Generation" partner in The Legal 500, Kevin is an experienced adviser on complex financial restructurings, workouts, special situations, capital
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons strengthens London Restructuring practice with hire of Kevin Heverin
October 26, 2026
London--Global law firm Dentons has recruited highly regarded restructuring partner Kevin Heverin from Baker McKenzie in London. His appointment reflects Dentons' continued investment in strategic practices and further strengthens the firm's market position.
Recognised as a "Next Generation" partner in The Legal 500, Kevin is an experienced adviser on complex financial restructurings, workouts, special situations, capitalsolutions and distressed M&A, acting for a variety of clients including debtors, investors, creditor groups, sponsors and financial advisers.
Paul Jarvis, CEO of Dentons' UK, Ireland and Middle East region, said: "Kevin's hire responds to growing demand from clients for advice that anticipates risk, protects positions, preserves value and identifies opportunities. Against an increasingly complex macroeconomic backdrop, I am delighted to welcome a restructuring lawyer of Kevin's calibre to the firm."
Susan Moore, UK, Ireland and Middle East Practice Group Leader for Restructuring, said: "Kevin adds further depth to a team that advises clients across the capital structure, from stressed to distressed situations, and strengthens our ability to respond to growing opportunities across our client base. Major restructurings require strategic and co-ordinated advice across multiple jurisdictions, and Kevin's arrival enhances our ability to support clients on these complex mandates."
Kevin Heverin added: "Dentons has a clear strategy for the continued growth of its Restructuring practice. The depth of expertise across the firm's international network means the team is very well placed to advise on the most complex cross-border restructurings. I am looking forward to the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across complementary areas including finance, corporate, funds and private equity to grow the practice and deliver co-ordinated advice to clients on a broad range of complex situations."
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As Tech Sector Scrutiny Accelerates, Pillsbury Expands Technology - Emerging Laws & Litigation Practice With Arrivals of Leticia Walker and Evan Turgeon
NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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As Tech Sector Scrutiny Accelerates, Pillsbury Expands Technology - Emerging Laws & Litigation Practice with Arrivals of Leticia Walker and Evan Turgeon
Former Microsoft Product Counsel and DOJ National Security Prosecutor Further Enhance Firm's Ability to Provide Global Technology Companies with Advice on High-Stakes Legal, Regulatory and Policy Matters
10.26.26
Continuing an ongoing buildout of compliance and litigation advisers who understand and can translate the emerging legal landscape impacting global
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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As Tech Sector Scrutiny Accelerates, Pillsbury Expands Technology - Emerging Laws & Litigation Practice with Arrivals of Leticia Walker and Evan Turgeon
Former Microsoft Product Counsel and DOJ National Security Prosecutor Further Enhance Firm's Ability to Provide Global Technology Companies with Advice on High-Stakes Legal, Regulatory and Policy Matters
10.26.26
Continuing an ongoing buildout of compliance and litigation advisers who understand and can translate the emerging legal landscape impacting globaltechnology companies, Pillsbury has announced the recent additions of special counsels Leticia Walker and Evan Turgeon in Washington, D.C. Both join the firm's growing Technology - Emerging Laws & Litigation Practice Group.
"Leticia and Evan join Pillsbury at a time when technology companies face an increasingly interconnected set of litigation, regulatory and compliance challenges," said Deborah Baum, Pillsbury's Global Head of Litigation. "Issues involving AI governance, privacy, platform regulation, data security, foreign influence and emerging technology can span multiple legal disciplines and jurisdictions, requiring companies to address potential disputes and regulatory exposure alongside broader business considerations."
Walker joins from Microsoft, where she served as corporate counsel focused on regulatory compliance, privacy and legal risk management for global initiatives. Her experience includes advising on emerging technology regulations, including the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). At Pillsbury, Walker will advise technology enterprises, growth-stage platforms and digital innovators on complex commercial litigation, risk management and compliance with emerging statutory regimes. She will collaborate with attorneys across the firm's regulatory, corporate and disputes practices to help clients navigate evolving legal requirements and protect their technologies and business models.
Turgeon joins from the U.S. Department of Justice's National Security Division, where he served in senior leadership roles including Deputy Chief of the Counterintelligence and Export Control Section and Chief of the FARA Unit. A former federal prosecutor, he has handled and supervised matters involving national security, foreign influence, export controls, sanctions, economic espionage, cybercrime and data security. His practice will focus on government investigations and enforcement, national security matters, emerging technologies, export controls, sanctions, FARA compliance, data security and trust and safety.
Launched in August 2026 with the arrival of partner Katie Sluss--who previously served as Head of North American Regulatory at TikTok and EMEA Litigation & Regulatory at Twitter--the Technology - Emerging Laws & Litigation practice at Pillsbury brings together attorneys across litigation, regulatory affairs, privacy, government relations and internal investigations. Co-led by Sluss in Washington, D.C., and Silicon Valley litigation partner Anne Voigts, the group advises technology companies navigating emerging laws, high-stakes disputes and regulatory scrutiny while pursuing critical business and product objectives.
"The distinct experiences Leticia and Evan bring to our TELL team is a great reflection of how varied the needs of tech clients have become, and how rapidly the regulations applicable to them are evolving," said Sluss. "Their unique perspectives significantly enhances our ability to help these clients anticipate developing risks and address them in a proactive, holistic manner."
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Original text here: https://www.pillsburylaw.com/en/news-and-insights/pillsbury-tech-emerging-laws-litigation-practice-arrivals-leticia-walker-evan-turgeon.html
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