“These rankings reflect the depth and breadth of our transactional platform and the trust our clients place in us to guide them through complex deal environments,” said Chris Sheaffer, partner and global vice-chair of Reed Smith’s Private Equity Group. “Our growth across regions, sectors, and deal types demonstrates the strength of our integrated approach and the dedication of our teams to deliver exceptional results for clients.”
Private Equity
Geography
- #19 – Most active in US
- #20 – Most active globally
US Regions
- #9 – Most active in South
- #10 – Most active in Mountain and Midwest
- #15 – Most active in Southeast
- #16 – Most active in Mid-Atlantic
Europe Regions
- #18 – Most active in UK
- #19 – Most active in France
Deal Type
- #19 – Most active in buyouts
- #20 – Most active in other PE deals
Sector
- #9 – Most active in IT
- #16 – Most active in energy
- #21 – Most active in B2B
- #22 – Most active in health care
Representing
- #13 – Most active in US: Companies
- #19 – Most active globally: Investors
- #21 – Most active in US: Investors
Venture Capital
US Regions
- #9 – Most active in South
- #13 – Most active in Southeast
Europe Regions
- #8 – Most active in France
Deal Type
- #16 – Most active in exits
Sector
- #16 – Most active in health care services & systems
M&A
Geography
- #24 – Most active in US
Representing
- #18 – Most active in US: Companies
- #22 – Most active in US: Investors
- #25 – Most active globally: Investors
About Reed Smith
Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions, and regulatory matters.
