Danish Hamid

Danish Hamid is a Partner at DLA Piper's Washington, DC office, boasting over 20 years of experience in corporate transactions, regulatory affairs, and internal investigations. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, investment deals, national security, financial crimes, intellectual property, and more, Danish provides strategic counsel to clients on various complex matters. He is well-versed in advising on regulatory issues related to Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), anti-corruption laws, anti-money laundering laws, and US economic sanctions.

Danish has a strong international background, having led transactions and investigations in countries such as China, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. His experience extends to navigating regulatory complexities in M&A deals, private placements, capital markets, and various business relationships. Known for his 'solutions-oriented' approach, Danish offers unique perspectives on corporate challenges, making him a sought-after advisor for c-suite executives, boards, and audit committees.

Danish has been a frequent speaker on corporate and regulatory issues, catering to clients across various sectors including financial services, technology, defense, healthcare, and energy. His educational background includes a law degree with honors from the University of Oxford and a Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School, where he was actively involved with the International Law Review. Prior to DLA Piper, Danish has held Partner positions at Cooley LLP and Winston & Strawn LLP, showcasing his extensive legal expertise and reputation in the industry.