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Mr. Pfeffer is a trusted advisor to numerous global companies in the consumer products sector and advises them on their most important commercial disputes around the world. He has coordinated the defense of class action products liability lawsuits in various jurisdictions, and advised consumer product manufacturers on issues of regulatory compliance and in judicial challenges of regulation. Mr. Pfeffer also has experience working on a wide range of other legal disputes, from complex multi-national commercial matters and investment treaty law cases to international trade law disputes.

“Philip’s extensive experience in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa will be a tremendous resource for assisting our clients in managing product liability litigation and regulatory issues worldwide,” said John Majoras, who co-leads Jones Day’s Business & Tort Litigation Practice. “His arrival augments our ability to provide comprehensive defense strategies to clients facing product liability challenges. I am delighted to welcome him to Jones Day.”

At Jones Day, Mr. Pfeffer joins an acclaimed worldwide team of more than 400 experienced trial lawyers who serve clients in business and government disputes, torts and civil litigation, from pre-suit counseling through trial and appeal. He will collaborate with Jones Day litigators in New York and around the globe on product liability defense and advising on compliance strategies to mitigate legal risks associated with product manufacturing and distribution.

“Philip’s global perspective and deep understanding of product liability regimes both in the U.S. and abroad will be invaluable assets to our clients in New York and worldwide,” said Leon F. DeJulius, Jr., Partner-in-Charge of Jones Day’s New York Office. “His proven track record in managing complex litigation and regulatory matters aligns perfectly with our commitment to exceptional client service. We are pleased that he has joined Jones Day and welcome him to our team here in New York.”

Mr. Pfeffer is ranked in Chambers UK 2024 for “Product Liability: Mainly Defendant” and is recognized in Legal 500 UK 2024 as a leading individual for “Product Liability: Defendant.” He earned his law degree from Fordham University School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Brandeis University. He has served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Fordham University School of Law and has lectured on product liability at the University of Pennsylvania Law School.

“Jones Day’s Business & Tort Litigation Practice is recognized by major corporations around the world for its work on important commercial disputes that are litigated across all major jurisdictions, and the Firm is particularly renowned for its successful work on some of the most prominent product liability cases to be tried in recent decades,” said Mr. Pfeffer. “I am excited to join a global law firm with such an elite business litigation practice that is supported by a culture of seamless collaboration. I look forward to working with my new colleagues in New York and around the world.”

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The global financial regulation group has longstanding relationships around the world with institutions offering financial services, including banks, investment managers, payment firms, trading platforms and exchanges. The practice is ranked Band 1 for both contentious and non-contentious regulatory work in financial services.

Carl re-joined Linklaters in the Hong Kong office in 2022, having previously been with the firm from 2001 to 2018, and is the former Head of the firm’s Asia Financial Regulation practice. Carl has almost 25 years of experience across the Hong Kong SAR and UK markets advising a wide range of financial services clients and advises on a broad range of complex regulatory issues. Carl has been recognised by legal ratings agencies for his work in both Hong Kong and the UK.

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Funahashi advises entrepreneurs, strategic investors and buyers, venture capital funds, and private equity funds engaged in business operations in both the US and internationally. He works on a wide range of M&A and corporate finance matters, from early-stage companies raising venture capital financing to multi-billion-dollar transactions for multinational and Fortune 500 companies.

His practice focuses on technology – including AI, AR/VR, CPG, CRT, cybersecurity, digital assets, e-commerce, Esports, gaming, mediatech, fintech, renewable energy, SaaS – as well as life sciences and healthtech.

“Ken’s esteemed reputation as a skilled corporate practitioner is widely recognized, and his extensive knowledge and experience across various industries will undoubtedly benefit our current clients while attracting new ones, both domestically and internationally,” stated Andy Gilbert, US Chair of DLA Piper’s Corporate Practice.

“As we enhance our corporate capabilities on the West Coast, Ken’s addition will be critical to building out our technology, biotech, and life sciences offerings. We are pleased to welcome Ken to the firm and are excited to support him and his thriving practice,” said Angela Agrusa, Managing Partner of DLA Piper’s Los Angeles office.

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Mr. Fadale practices primarily in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, restructuring transactions, and control and non-control investments. He also counsels clients in general corporate law matters. Mr. Fadale’s experience allows him to navigate complex transactions across multiple industries and structures, including representing private equity buyers and sellers in connection with investments in the automotive, aerospace and defense, energy, financial services, manufacturing, and consumer retail sectors.

“Andrew has established relationships with leading PE sponsors, particularly those in the premier middle market and those engaged in investment in the national security space,” said Perry Shwachman, global co-leader of Sidley’s M&A and Private Equity group, and a member of the firm’s Management Committee and Executive Committee. “His practice and client base will add to and benefit from the breadth and depth of our firm’s offerings and our commitment to excellence and client service.”

“New York is a key growth area for the firm, and Andrew is a strong addition to the office,” said Nancy Chung, managing partner of Sidley’s New York office and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. “He has worked with clients across sectors and industries, and his experience complements that of other private equity partners who have recently joined the firm.”

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Mr. Hunter advises companies and their boards on M&A and corporate governance situations, including shareholder activism and securities law matters. With a particular focus on public company transactions, he has counseled clients on numerous high-profile transactions involving a variety of deal structures. Mr. Hunter has represented clients in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, digital and energy infrastructure, mining, consumer goods, and consumer retail.

“George has a great reputation and credibility as an experienced boardroom lawyer in strategic transactions for public companies, private equity infrastructure transactions, and restructuring matters,” said Brian Fahrney, Chair-elect of Sidley’s Executive Committee. “His experience will augment our already significant public company practice in New York and elsewhere, and will greatly benefit our clients.”

“George has worked closely with New York partners Adam Cromie, Dave Grubman, and Justin Macke, and we are excited to welcome him to the office,” said Nancy Chung, managing partner of Sidley’s New York office and a member of the firm’s Management Committee and Executive Committee. “He is known for his technical and nuanced counseling in bet-the-company matters and will collaborate closely with our M&A, energy and infrastructure, activism defense, and restructuring practices to offer a first-class client experience.”

The firm’s preeminent global M&A and Private Equity practice has more than 650 lawyers who are engaged in the full spectrum of public and private mergers and acquisitions, as well as private equity transactions across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, energy, life sciences, sports, entertainment, healthcare, real estate, consumer products, transportation and logistics, infrastructure, technology, media and telecoms, financial services and insurance, and metals and mining.

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Alexander is US-qualified and joins the Firm from A&O Shearman, bringing over 20 years of experience in international capital markets, with a focus on cross-border equity capital markets (ECM) offerings in Southeast Asia. He regularly advises issuers, underwriters, selling shareholders and investment banks on large and complex listings, and his transactional experience includes nearly all of the international IPOs in Thailand and Vietnam over the last decade, as well as many of the largest and most recent IPOs in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. Alexander is ranked as a Leading Partner in Legal500 2025 in the “Capital Markets: equity and debt: foreign firms” category for Singapore and “Foreign firms” category in the Philippines.

Beyond his ECM expertise, Alexander also regularly advises on corporate and sovereign debt offerings and liability management transactions, and other aspects of US federal securities laws impacting foreign private issuers.

James Huang, managing principal of Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow in Singapore, said: “We are excited to welcome Alexander to the Singapore office. Alexander’s exceptional track record and market reputation will significantly enhance our transactional capabilities. As we see investors increasingly routing investment into Southeast Asia to navigate geopolitical complexities using Singapore as a regional hub, Alexander’s expertise positions us perfectly to serve these sophisticated capital markets demands.”

Christina Lee, Asia Pacific Chair of Baker McKenzie’s Capital Markets Practice, said: “Today’s global capital markets are rapidly evolving in response to shifting geopolitical dynamics. Alexander’s proven ability to structure innovative cross-border solutions for complex transactions, combined with our Firm’s global reach and leading advisory practices, enables us to deliver exceptional value to clients navigating a more complex multi-jurisdictional capital raising landscape.”

Steven Sieker, Baker McKenzie’s Asia chief executive, added: “Alexander’s appointment underscores Baker McKenzie’s continued commitment to client excellence. By investing in top-tier talent across key jurisdictions, we ensure our clients receive the highest quality legal solutions to succeed in today’s increasingly complex business and regulatory landscape.”

Alexander said: “I’m delighted to join Baker McKenzie at such an exciting time in the Firm’s growth trajectory. The Firm’s commitment to Asia, combined with its unique global reach, creates an ideal platform to seamlessly bridge international capital markets requirements with local execution to deliver optimal outcomes for clients across jurisdictions.”

Alexander’s appointment adds to a growing list of partners who have joined Baker McKenzie and its member firms in Asia Pacific since the start of 2024 , including Chris Milliken in Vietnam, Shirin Tang and Ang Lip Kian in Singapore, Bima Sarumpaet in Indonesia and Bryan Paisley in Sydney.

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