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Michael Chao Featured on “Drinks with The Deal” Podcast
05.02.24
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Corporate Partner Michael Chao was featured on an episode of “Drinks with The Deal,” a podcast hosted by The Deal’s Senior Writer David Marcus that features interviews with lawyers and other prominent figures in the deal space. In the interview, Michael discussed the trajectory of his legal career, his lifelong passion for learning and his interests outside of work. Reflecting on why he decided to become an M&A lawyer, Michael noted, “In M&A, you learn about a lot of different types of businesses, and you learn about their relationships. Very few deals are the same in M&A.” He further discussed his varied practice and expressed his deep interest in working with both private equity and strategic clients, noting that it makes him a better lawyer across the board.
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