Akin Expands Chicago Team with La Vigne and Pan Additions

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld has expanded its presence in Chicago by hiring two prominent lawyers: Joshua La Vigne, a partner in mergers and acquisitions, and Jessica Pan, a partner in investment management, both hailing from Mayer Brown. These hires follow the recent addition of other strategic partners at the firm, further solidifying its market-leading reputation in real estate fund formation and M&A practices. La Vigne has a strong track record in advising on M&A, joint ventures, and corporate governance across various industries, with a focus on infrastructure and financial services. Pan, with over 15 years of experience, specializes in guiding fund sponsors on the formation, marketing, and management of private investment funds, particularly in real estate and private equity. Akin's corporate practice, known for structuring complex transactions globally, will benefit from their expertise. The new hires are seen as enhancing Akin’s capacity to handle sophisticated fund structuring and global transactions, offering clients enhanced services in fundraising and M&A arenas.