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Law360: O’Melveny Adds Holland & Knight Corporate Ace In Houston

March 4, 2026

James Brown has joined O’Melveny’s Houston office as a partner in the Capital Markets Practice. James brings nearly two decades of experience representing issuers and underwriters in initial public offerings, public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, and SPAC transactions. He also advises clients on M&A, private equity transactions, public company reporting, SEC compliance and disclosure matters, and corporate finance and related debt restructuring. “James has earned a respected reputation — in Texas and beyond — as a talented corporate adviser with frontline experience across a wide array of complex transactions,” said firm chair Bradley J. Butwin. “His dynamic skill set will be an immediate benefit to our clients, especially those involved in capital markets, M&A, and private equity matters. It is a pleasure to welcome him to our firm.” Brown said, “O’Melveny has quickly distinguished itself as a premier destination for Texas lawyers who value a world-class platform combined with a genuine, collaborative approach to client service. I'm confident that O’Melveny will be a perfect fit for my clients and for my practice.” This story was also covered by Bloomberg Law.

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