Y. David Scharf Examines the Durability of Public-Private Deals in Barron’s
Morrison Cohen Partner and Chair of the Government Strategies & Controversies Practice Y. David Scharf recently published “Can Trump’s Deals Survive the Next Congress?” in Barron’s.
David examines the growing number of public-private transactions involving the federal government and the potential challenges companies may face when political leadership changes. Drawing on his experience litigating complex government-related deals, he discusses how companies can prepare for congressional scrutiny, investigations and shifting political priorities while protecting the value of their government partnerships.
David emphasizes that companies should consider political risk as part of deal planning from the outset, including structuring appropriate unwind provisions, establishing clear governance and information rights and maintaining relationships across Washington. As he concludes, “A Washington win today can become a Washington question tomorrow.”
Subscribers to Barron’s may read the full article here.
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- Y. David Scharf Partner & Chair of the Executive Committee; Chair, Government Strategies & Controversies
- ydscharf@morrisoncohen.com
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