Jonathan Corsico

Jonathan Corsico is a prominent corporate lawyer and partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, a prestigious law firm. He leads the firm's Mergers and Acquisitions practice in Washington, D.C.12

Expertise and Specialization

Corsico specializes in complex and challenging transactions, particularly those involving:

• Significant antitrust risk
• Novel terms
• Mergers and acquisitions involving registered investment funds

His expertise extends beyond M&A to include:

• Forming new businesses
• Joint ventures
• Fund adoptions
• Stockholder activism defense
• Corporate governance
• Minority investments

Industry Experience

Corsico has worked with clients across various industries, including:

• Asset management
• Healthcare
• Gold mining

Some of his notable clients include Ally Financial, Apollo, Carlyle, Franklin Templeton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, McKinsey & Company, and TPG Angelo Gordon.1

Recognition and Achievements

Corsico has received several accolades for his work:

• Listed in Chambers and Partners since 2018
• Named an M&A "Rising Star" by Law360 in 2016
• Recognized as a "Rising Star" in M&A by Super Lawyers in 2013, 2014, and 2016
• Designated as a BTI Client Service Super All-Star in 20181

Education and Admissions

• J.D. from Northwestern University (magna cum laude, Order of the Coif)
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University
• Admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and New York1

Interestingly, outside of his legal career, Corsico is also the inventor of two patents in the field of professional level motorsports.1