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Winston has one of the world’s premier sports law practices. Our work has included some of the most famous legal matters in sports history—including Alston v. NCAA, the case that culminated in a 9–0 Supreme Court victory for the college players against the NCAA; the US$2.15B Los Angeles Dodgers acquisition; McNeil v. the NFL, the landmark antitrust jury trial that led to the establishment of free agency in the NFL; the multi-billion-dollar construction and permanent financings for SoFi Stadium; and Morgan v. USSF, the case that led to a historic equal pay settlement for the players on the Women’s National Team. Our work is transforming this global, multibillion-dollar industry.
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For decades, Winston has filled a unique niche in the media and entertainment industry, and we continue to be at the forefront of today’s most important and challenging cases. Our interdisciplinary team advises some of the world’s most prominent industry players—studios, production companies, entertainers, artists, athletes, other celebrities, and other sector participants—in connection with the disputes and deals that are moving this dynamic industry forward.
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Winston is a leading advisor to public and private companies and investment advisers on corporate transactions. We have experience representing public and private companies, financial sponsors, boards of directors and special committees, financial advisors, and management teams. This perspective enables us to understand the concerns of parties on all sides of the table, protect our clients’ interests, and execute deals.
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|September 30, 2020
Koppers (Jiangsu) Carbon Chemical Co. Ltd.'s Sale of Joint Venture Interest
Winston & Strawn LLP represented Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP), an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds, in the sale of its Koppers (Jiangsu) Carbon Chemical Co. Ltd. (KJCC) joint venture interest to Fangda Carbon New Material Co., Ltd. and C-Chem Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of NIPPON STEEL Chemical & Material Co., Ltd. KJCC is a tar distillation facility located in Pizhou City, Jiangsu Province, China, and was 75% owned by a Koppers affiliate with the remaining 25% owned by Yizhou Group Co. Ltd. (Yizhou). In connection with the transaction, KJCC reached agreement with its largest customer in China to resolve the previously disclosed contractual dispute related to application of contractual pricing terms. The settlement of the dispute became effective upon the closing of the transaction. The total purchase price was US$107M, excluding working capital adjustments. Koppers realized approximately US$65M of net cash, after taxes and expenses, and has applied the proceeds toward debt reduction.
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|August 3, 2020
Motorola Solutions, Inc.'s Acquisition of Pelco, Inc.
Winston & Strawn LLC represented Motorola Solutions, Inc. in its acquisition of Pelco, Inc., a global provider of video security solutions based in Fresno, California. Pelco designs, develops, and distributes end-to-end video technology, including video security cameras and video management system software.
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|May 13, 2025
|9 Min Read
The New DOJ Enforcement Policy for Digital Assets: Why Compliance Programs Still Matter
This article was originally published in New York Law Journal. Any opinions in this article are not those of Winston & Strawn or its clients. The opinions in this article are the authors’ opinions only.
Recognitions
|June 12, 2024
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Winston & Strawn Recognized in The Legal 500 U.S. 2024
Winston & Strawn is recognized as a top-tier firm in five areas and recommended in an additional 50 categories in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 U.S. In addition, our lawyers are listed in the Hall of Fame, listed as Leading Trial Lawyers, recognized as Leading Lawyers, listed as Next Generation Partners, and recognized as Rising Stars. A total of 165 additional lawyers are mentioned by name in Legal 500 United States commentary for their standout contribution to respective practices.
Recognitions
|June 7, 2023
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Winston & Strawn Recognized in The Legal 500 U.S. 2023
Winston & Strawn is recognized as a top-tier firm in four practice areas and recommended in an additional 49 categories in the 2023 edition of The Legal 500 U.S. In addition, seven lawyers are listed in the Hall of Fame, four attorneys are listed as Leading Trial Lawyers, 13 lawyers are recognized as Leading Lawyers, four attorneys are listed as Next Generation Partners, and three associates are recognized as Rising Stars.
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Founded in 1853, Winston & Strawn is one of the largest and oldest law firms in Chicago. The office is home to 275+ lawyers distributed across 23 practice areas. Our Chicago lawyers represent 90 companies in the Fortune 500 and are recognized in all the major directories and award competitions. They also are heavily invested in pro bono causes, having dedicated 16,250+ hours in 2022 to various pro bono organizations. They are hardworking, compassionate, and diverse—nearly 50% of the lawyers in this office identify as women, racial/ethnic minorities, and/or LGBTQ+. Our Chicago office also takes immense pride in fostering a collegial atmosphere that influences every aspect of our culture. From weekly Starbucks Socials, where colleagues gather to connect over coffee and conversation, to ping pong tournaments that ignite friendly competition, to volunteer opportunities around the city, we celebrate the camaraderie and sense of community that unite us. This not only enhances collaboration and teamwork but creates a supportive environment that inspires us to excel in our professional pursuits.