Jennifer L. Keating
Mayer Brown LLP
Jennifer L. Keating
Partner, Co-Lead Global Corporate
Mayer Brown LLP
Chicago, Illinois.
Biography:
For over 20 years, Jennifer has led market-shaping deals, and risen to key leadership roles, including co-leading the firm’s Corporate group – an impressive ascent in a field where woman remain underrepresented. Her track record reflects exceptional dealmaking talents, leadership and client counseling skills.
What led you to a career in the deal-making industry?
I ruled out litigation during my clerkship and during the early years at the firm, I focused on M&A and capital markets transactions. I eventually realized I was more drawn to M&A – I love the problem solving and helping clients achieve their strategic goals.
Most memorable deal I worked on...
Early in my career, I worked on a required divestiture in connection with a $10+ billion merger. We were in negotiations the entire summer, very intense and memorable.
My number one advice for achieving success in the industry...
Build strong teams. Deals require you to tackle complex issues across many legal disciplines often under tremendous time pressure. Having cohesive, experienced teams helps deliver smoother process and better outcomes for clients.
What you most enjoy about your career...
I love that even after 25 plus years, I am still learning! Every deal presents fresh and interesting challenges and opportunities to learn about new industries and businesses.
Additional Info, Visit: Jennifer L. Keating | Mayer Brown
Biography:
For over 20 years, Jennifer has led market-shaping deals, and risen to key leadership roles, including co-leading the firm’s Corporate group – an impressive ascent in a field where woman remain underrepresented. Her track record reflects exceptional dealmaking talents, leadership and client counseling skills.
What led you to a career in the deal-making industry?
I ruled out litigation during my clerkship and during the early years at the firm, I focused on M&A and capital markets transactions. I eventually realized I was more drawn to M&A – I love the problem solving and helping clients achieve their strategic goals.
Most memorable deal I worked on...
Early in my career, I worked on a required divestiture in connection with a $10+ billion merger. We were in negotiations the entire summer, very intense and memorable.
My number one advice for achieving success in the industry...
Build strong teams. Deals require you to tackle complex issues across many legal disciplines often under tremendous time pressure. Having cohesive, experienced teams helps deliver smoother process and better outcomes for clients.
What you most enjoy about your career...
I love that even after 25 plus years, I am still learning! Every deal presents fresh and interesting challenges and opportunities to learn about new industries and businesses.
Additional Info, Visit: Jennifer L. Keating | Mayer Brown
