DLA Piper named #1 for combined global deal volume by PitchBook

DLA Piper ranked as the #1 most active law firm for combined global deal volume in mergers & acquisitions, venture capital and private equity, according to PitchBook’s 2024 Annual League Tables Report.

Further, DLA Piper was recognized as one of the most active law firms for M&A deal volume, ranking #1 globally and #2 in the US. The firm also ranked #1 in global private equity buyouts and was also recognized as a top 10 law firm for venture capital deal volume in the US.

“It's great to retain our #1 slot in so many key categories and our results in numerous others are extremely encouraging. We provide integrated cross border corporate, leverage finance, tax, antitrust, and FDI legal advice in all of the key jurisdictions across the 40 plus countries that we operate in and provide unrivalled access to sector and subject matter specialists. This global reach combined with local expertise is resonating with PE sponsors and other clients who need to act quickly and efficiently across borders to secure optimal results on their deals,” said Ed Griffiths, Global Co-Head of the firm’s Private Equity Practice.

“We remain committed to our focus on M&A, venture capital, and private equity, and we look forward to continue supporting our clients, globally and domestically, to navigate a progressively complex and evolving business landscape,” said Andrew Gilbert, US Chair of DLA Piper’s Corporate Practice.

A complete list of PitchBook's rankings is available in the 2024 Annual League Tables Report. PitchBook is a leading financial data and technology company, providing a comprehensive view of dealmaking activity across global private and public financial markets.

With more than 1,000 corporate lawyers globally, DLA Piper helps clients execute complex transactions seamlessly while supporting clients across all stages of development. The firm has been rated number one in global M&A volume for 15 consecutive years, according to Mergermarket.

DLA Piper’s Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice includes more than 200 lawyers who provide strategic counsel to emerging companies in high-growth industries, including technology, healthcare, pharma & biotech, financial services, manufacturing, and communications. Over the last three years, DLA Piper has completed more than 1,800 financings totaling more than US$50 billion.

With more than 225 global lawyers who provide strategic counsel to private equity funds and their industry-leading portfolio companies, DLA Piper’s Private Equity practice has the capacity, experience and relationships to help drive value across the investment life cycle by delivering responsive, efficient and integrated solutions around the world.