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Deals. Dialogue. Discovery. Here’s a look inside discoVEr V&E — our London Open Day that brings the next generation of legal minds face-to-face with the world of international law. Applications for the 2026 Open Day are now open and close 6 February 2026. First-year students keen to learn more about Vinson & Elkins are invited to join us at our London office on 9 April 2026. #VinsonandElkins #LondonOpenDay #discoVEr

Vinson & Elkins has announced that Tigist Kassahun has joined the firm as a Corporate Partner, starting in the Washington, D.C. office and soon transitioning to New York. Kassahun focuses on the IP, technology, and data dimensions of complex corporate transactions, including M&A, financings, and other strategic investments. She advises public and private companies, investors, and private equity sponsors across a wide range of industries, guiding them through matters involving data privacy, cybersecurity, and the development and commercialization of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. “I was drawn to V&E by the quality of the work, the caliber of the people, and the firm’s commitment to helping clients succeed. The firm reflects how I want to serve clients, with deep experience, practical solutions, and a collaborative team approach.” — Tigist Kassahun

Vinson & Elkins represented ARM Energy Holdings, LLC in a $2.3 billion joint venture with PIMCO to build a 236-mile natural gas pipeline with a capacity of 2.5 billion cubic feet per day. Sempra Infrastructure will be the anchor shipper. “This project is a major milestone—not just for ARM Energy and its partners, but for the broader energy landscape. With a capacity of 2.5 billion cubic feet per day, this pipeline will play a critical role in meeting the world’s growing demand for natural gas,” said Benji Barron. The Vinson & Elkins team was led by partner Benji Barron, senior associate Matthew Fiorillo, and counsel Andy Beach, with assistance from Joshua Payne.

From vision to reality and to the Nasdaq stage. Vinson & Elkins partner Daniel LeBey joins Fermi America's CEO Toby Neugebauer to celebrate the official pricing of its #IPO. Our team is honored to support Fermi America in its mission to advance the next generation of #AI-powered infrastructure. #digitalinfrastructure #datacenter #finance Photo credit: Nasdaq, Inc./ Vanja Savic

A new generation of attorneys joins Vinson & Elkins from across our offices. After years of hard work and preparation, they’re entering a defining moment in their careers. This next chapter will allow them to make an impact that goes far beyond our firm. #WeAreVE

Knock, knock… When the DOJ comes calling, what happens next? 🔊 Partner Craig Seebald explains day one of a criminal #antitrust investigation — from surprise “knock-and-talks” to what companies and counsel should be prepared for when the government is at the door. Get your full antitrust primer here ⤵️: https://lnkd.in/g-RRYBue

Vinson & Elkins has been ranked in five categories by The Legal 500 UK, with 15 attorneys recognized across multiple practice areas and 21 individual lawyer recognitions in total. Clients highlighted the firm’s dedication, accessibility, and results-focused approach, particularly for complex oil and gas matters. In disputes work, our firm was noted for the knowledge and professionalism of its lawyers, as well as their ability to collaborate effectively with legal teams across jurisdictions. Congrats to our teams on this achievement. #WeAreVE

💼 September’s deals was a busy month delivering results and supporting clients across major transactions. 🏢 Cresta closes a new investment vehicle to support the growth of Sentinel Midstream’s Enercoast Platform. ⚖️ Advises Kinetik Holdings Inc. in sale of its equity interest in EPIC Crude Holdings, LP. 🔄 Rithm Capital to acquire Crestline Investors, Inc.. 📈 AGNC Investment Corp. announces pricing of public offering of depositary shares. ⚖️ Advises Tallgrass Energy on upsized $700 million senior notes offering. 🏭 Permian Resources Corporation announces pricing of secondary public offering of Class A common stock. 💰 Diversified Energy Company announces pricing of secondary offering of ordinary shares. ⚡ Antero Resources Midstream announces pricing of upsized $650 million offering of senior notes. ⚖️ Advises Golar LNG on $500 million debut senior notes offering. 🌊 Transocean. announces pricing of upsized public offering of shares. 💵 Chord Energy Corporation announces upsizing and pricing of $750 million offering of senior notes.

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Vinson & Elkins has won “Marketing Initiative of the Year” at the Legal 500 Legal Business Award 2025 for its Global Construction Conference Series, described by clients as “like the Oscars” for bringing together senior in-house counsel and commercial leaders across the construction and engineering sectors. The 2024 series ran in London, Tokyo, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Houston, and Dubai. Using a role-play format that followed a dispute from grave to cradle, combined with Q&As with former judges and international arbitrators, it offered practical insight into complex legal and commercial challenges and set a new standard for global events. Congratulations to our International Construction Disputes lawyer team, and special recognition to Andrew Marr, Elisávet Ayscough and the business professionals across our offices who make the series run so smoothly worldwide. #WeAreVE #VEConstructionSeries