GJ Ligelis Jr., a partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore, has been recognized as a leading young attorney in the 2024 “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40” list. Ligelis, aged 40, has garnered acclaim for his impressive work in the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) sector. Notably, he represented AerCap in its $30 billion acquisition of GE Capital Aviation Services from General Electric, a transaction celebrated as the largest M&A deal in the history of the aircraft leasing industry. This groundbreaking deal positioned AerCap as a global leader and showcased the breadth of Cravath’s expertise across various legal disciplines, including corporate governance, finance, and antitrust regulations.
Ligelis also played a pivotal role in the $7.3 billion merger between Just Eat Takeaway.com and Grubhub, underscoring his proficiency in handling high-profile deals that shape industries. His legal acumen has been honed through a robust partnership at Cravath and exceptional educational credentials, including a law degree from Harvard Law School.
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