David Grubman, a seasoned partner from Jones Day, is transitioning to Sidley Austin, where he will take on the role of co-leader in the global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice. Grubman’s move comes after nearly 13 years with Jones Day, where he served as the M&A chair for the Americas region within the firm’s corporate practice. His departure marks a significant shift and highlights his substantial portfolio, which includes representing Evoqua Water Technologies in a $7.5 billion sale to Xylem Inc., and acting for Archaea Energy Inc.’s founders in a $4.1 billion sale to BP Plc.
The transition to Sidley Austin will position Grubman as a pivotal leader in bolstering the firm’s international M&A offerings. His experience, especially in handling high-profile transactions, underscores Sidley Austin’s strategic expansion within the competitive global M&A market. The firm aims to leverage his expertise to strengthen its presence and client service capabilities on a worldwide scale.
For more details on Grubman’s career and his new role at Sidley Austin, you can read the full report from Bloomberg Law.