Paul Hastings, an international law firm with 22 offices worldwide, announced on Monday, February 12, 2024, that David Elder, Christopher Centrich, and Patrick Hurley have joined the firm as partners in its Houston office. Previously employed at Akin Gump, the trio brings significant expertise in capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and securities law. Bloomberg Law Automation was the first to break the news.
The addition of Elder, Centrich, and Hurley further strengthens Paul Hastings’ corporate law services. Their backgrounds in public and private securities offerings as well as general corporate securities matters are expected to be particularly valuable for the firm’s clients operating in energy, oil and gas, sports, entertainment, and telecommunications sectors.
Paul Hastings has consistently grown its presence in the Houston market, one of the most dynamic in the U.S., and this recruitment move likely represents continued dedication to boosting its corporate capabilities in the area.
As Paul Hastings continues to strengthen its team and offerings in Houston, we will keep providing updates on noteworthy developments in the legal professional landscape.