The Firm represented Platinum Equity in raising its target of $3.75 billion for Platinum Equity Capital Partners Fund III, L.P. and its related entities. Platinum Equity specializes in the merger, acquisition and operation of companies involved in information technology, telecommunications, logistics, metals services, manufacturing and distribution. The Firm also represented Platinum Equity in connection with its two prior funds.
The Simpson Thacher team representing Platinum Equity included: Mike Nooney, Tom Wuchenich, Sara Terheggen, Steven Sutton, Judy Yan and Brendan Baker (Private Funds); Katharine Moir and Dan Foster (Tax); and Jeanne Annarumma (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits). Summer Associates Mimi Cheng and Kevin Kroll also provided invaluable assistance.
