In a significant move for legal professionals and corporate clients, Simpson Thacher has announced the addition of James Rapp to its public company advisory practice in New York. Rapp, known for his expertise in general corporate and securities law matters, will play a pivotal role in advising private equity firms, hedge funds, issuers, investors, as well as public company officers and directors. His practice is particularly focused on compliance and reporting under Section 16 and Section 13(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and Rule 144 of the Securities Act of 1933.
Rapp’s return to Simpson Thacher is noteworthy given his extensive experience in structuring transactions and developing related disclosure strategies. These strategies often relate to acquisitions, investments, trading strategies, initial public offerings, and transactions by officers and directors.
This appointment underscores Simpson Thacher’s ongoing commitment to bolstering its corporate advisory capabilities, providing clients with seasoned expertise in navigating the complexities of securities law and corporate governance. For more details on Rapp’s career and the firm’s announcement, refer to the original announcement from Bloomberg Law.