ABOUT PROSKAUER ROSE

     Proskauer Rose LLP is one of the largest law firms in the United States, providing a wide variety of legal services to major corporations and other clients throughout the United States and around the world. We are dedicated to producing results for individuals and businesses through the effective application of talent and experience. Founded in 1875 in New York City, the firm employs over 525 attorneys in five domestic offices (New York, Los Angeles, Washington, Boca Raton and Newark), as well as in Paris, France.

     We have wide experience in all areas of practice important to businesses, including corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, bankruptcy and reorganizations, taxation, litigation and dispute resolution, intellectual property, and labor and employment law. Our clients include participants in many industries, including chemicals, entertainment, financial services, health care, hospitality, information technology, insurance, Internet, manufacturing, media and communications, pharmaceuticals, real estate investment, sports and transportation.

     Trained at leading law schools, Proskauer lawyers also are active in important civic, philanthropic and trade organizations, often holding significant leadership positions. These community leaders are also frequently called on for advice and service by government agencies, the judiciary, bar and charitable organizations and corporate boards of directors.

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