Vinson & Elkins bolsters Latin America focus with M&A partner hire from Linklaters
26 January 2021
Vinson & Elkins bolsters Latin America focus with M&A partner hire from Linklaters
Departure of Gabriel Silva in New York follows Latham s hire of two Lat Am-focused partners from Clifford Chance Vinson & Elkins (V&E) has hired M&A lawyer Gabriel Silva from Linklaters as it seeks to expand its cross-border transactions capabilities, particularly in Latin America. Silva joins as a partner in New York where he will focus on M&A and private equity deals, with an emphasis on the digital infrastructure sector such as telecommunication towers, data centres and fibre optics.
Leading M&A Partner Joins Vinson & Elkins in New York
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NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Gabriel Silva has joined Vinson & Elkins as a partner in New York, with an impressive practice that focuses on M&A and private equity in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and Asia. In particular, Silva has significant experience in transactions in the digital infrastructure sector, such as telecommunication towers, data centers and fiber. Gabriel is one of the leading young M&A partners in New York, with a strong blend of digital infrastructure, Latin America and general private equity experience, said Keith Fullenweider, co-head of the firm s Corporate Department. His practice fits beautifully with our platform, including our leading infrastructure practice. We have also invested recently in adding experienced lawyers with strong connections and deal experience in Latin America, which Gabriel will certainly enhance.