Orrick Opens Miami Shop, Hiring Trio of Akerman Deals Partners

Orrick is launching a Miami office with three deals partners from Akerman, the law firm announced Monday.

Ken Wiggins, Santiago Assalini, and Sam Ramos join Orrick as founding partners of the South Florida office. Wiggins was co-head of Akerman’s M&A and private equity group since 2022, according to Orrick.

Assalini represents public and private companies and private equity funds in M&A, complex corporate transactions, and general corporate matters. Ramos advises public and private companies and private equity funds in corporate matters, including acquisitions, divestitures, strategic investments, and corporate governance.

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