McDermott hires Dewey & Leboeuf duo

Davis will take on the role of head of the firm's private equity practice in London. The pair joined the firm after a year at Dewey & Leboeuf. They have worked together since 2007.

Davis focuses on cross-border deals, LBOs, exits and M&A transactions. He is lead counsel to several private equity funds and their portfolio, and has experience of a range of sectors including energy, chemicals and consumer goods. Davis also has advisory experience in the Middle East and Africa.

Van Praagh has private equity and investment advisory experience for both investors and management. He has advised on M&As, joint ventures and general corporate and commercial issues. He has experience of sectors including automotive, retail and energy in the US and Europe.

David Goldman, partner and head of McDermott's corporate advisory practice group, said of the recent appointments: "As McDermott continues to expand its global corporate capabilities, private equity continues to be a key area of focus for the firm. With these additions to our well-established private equity practice, we have further strengthened our position in Europe."

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