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Shareholder Activism

Shareholder Activism

Overview


It is better than any other firm in the US for corporate governance work, it is really unparalleled.
Chambers USA

The firm has successfully handled some of the highest-profile and most complex campaigns in the history of investor engagement. Working closely with the full range of our capabilities, the Shareholder Activism Group takes a holistic approach to counseling clients on every phase of engagements with public companies and their leadership teams.

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Results


  • Trian Partners in its successful campaign for change at The Walt Disney Company
  • D. E. Shaw & Co. in its agreement with FedEx regarding the composition of the FedEx board of directors
  • Engine No. 1 in its successful proxy contest at Exxon Mobil
  • JANA Partners in several investments, including Freshpet, Zendesk, New Relic, and Mercury Systems

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People


A diverse, global network of industry-leading talent committed to you and your vision.