O’Melveny Hires Renowned Technology Dealmaker Craig Menden
O’Melveny proudly announces the addition of highly esteemed technology dealmaker Craig Menden as a partner in their Mergers & Acquisitions Practice Group and Emerging Technologies Industry Group. Holding nearly three decades of experience, Menden brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm specializing in advising corporate clients on complex mergers and acquisitions within the technology and life sciences sectors. His impressive track record includes over 1,000 successful M&A transactions for clients ranging from pioneering startups to established industry giants.
Throughout his career, Menden has been involved in various deal structures, encompassing public company acquisitions, venture capital-backed private acquisitions, and strategic investments. His outstanding work in deals ranging from $1 billion to $5 billion has not gone unnoticed, earning him recognition from The Legal 500 US. Additionally, Menden’s active participation within the American Bar Association’s M&A Committee, coupled with his recent role as chair of the ABA’s Market Trends Subcommittee, further underscores his leadership in the technology M&A landscape.
Menden transitions to O’Melveny from Willkie Farr & Gallagher, where he served as a partner in the Corporate & Financial Services Department. His arrival marks a pivotal moment in O’Melveny’s strategic growth trajectory, with 32 lateral partners joining the firm since 2023, including 21 corporate partners situated across multiple global offices. O’Melveny’s chair, Bradley J. Butwin, expressed his enthusiasm for Menden’s inclusion, highlighting his comprehensive expertise and regional influence in both Silicon Valley and Southern California.
In joining O’Melveny, Menden expressed his eagerness to collaborate with his new colleagues and leverage the firm’s expansive global reach to benefit his clients. Emphasizing O’Melveny’s strong reputation, international presence, and client-centric approach, Menden looks forward to contributing his skills to the M&A Practice Group. A proud alumnus of the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law and Brigham Young University, Menden’s educational background complements his vast experience in the tech dealmaking arena.
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For further information or inquiries, please contact Brandon Jacobsen at O’Melveny & Myers LLP at +1 213 430 8024 or via email at bjacobsen@omm.com.