What's Happening?
DLA Piper has announced the addition of Kevin O'Mara as a partner in its private equity practice based in New York. O'Mara brings extensive experience in advising on both domestic and international private equity investments. His expertise includes handling
platform and add-on acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, and recapitalizations of sponsor-owned portfolio companies. Additionally, O'Mara is skilled in managing cross-border and interdisciplinary issues that arise in private equity transactions and portfolio company operations, covering areas such as finance, healthcare regulatory compliance, and tax structuring.
Why It's Important?
The appointment of Kevin O'Mara is significant for DLA Piper as it strengthens the firm's capabilities in the competitive private equity sector. O'Mara's experience in handling complex transactions and his ability to navigate cross-border issues will enhance the firm's service offerings to clients involved in global private equity deals. This move is likely to bolster DLA Piper's position in the market, potentially attracting more clients seeking comprehensive legal support in private equity investments. The firm's strategic expansion in New York, a major financial hub, underscores its commitment to growing its influence and expertise in the private equity domain.
