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IBM’s Acquisition of Intelliden

February 17, 2010

On February 16, 2010, IBM announced that it has acquired Intelliden Inc., a privately held company based in Menlo Park, California and a leading provider of intelligent network automation software that enables organizations such as telecommunications companies to configure, manage and scale their networks. Financial terms were not disclosed. The lawyers involved include associates Sophia D. Tawil and Mina M. Farbood on corporate matters; partner Andrew W. Needham and associate Ellen Kandel-Burg on tax matters; and associates Lynne A. Lacoursiere and Jared R. Whalen on executive compensation and benefits matters.

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Andrew W. Needham
Title
Tax
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Retired Partner
Email
aneedham@cravath.com
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+1-212-474-1999
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    Education

    • M.B.A., 1992, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
    • LL.M., 1990, Georgetown University Law Center
    • J.D., 1986, Georgetown University Law Center
    • B.A., 1982, University of Arizona College of Law

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    November 05, 2026

    Liberty Media’s Acquisition of High‑Vote Series B Common Stock from John C. Malone‑Related Entities

    On November 5, 2026, Liberty Media Corporation (“Liberty Media”) announced that it has acquired all shares of Liberty Media’s high‑vote Series B common stock held by certain entities related to John C. Malone (the “Malone Holders”) in exchange for shares of Liberty Media’s low‑vote Series A common stock and shares of Liberty Media’s non‑voting Series C common stock. As a result of the transaction, the Malone Holders’ aggregate voting power in Liberty Media declined to approximately 3%, and no holder of Liberty Media common stock holds more than 9% of Liberty Media’s voting power, in each case, based on Liberty Media’s outstanding common stock as of October 30, 2026. The transaction was negotiated and approved by a special committee (the “Special Committee”) of Liberty Media’s board of directors consisting solely of disinterested and independent directors for purposes of Nevada law, advised by its own independent financial and legal advisors. Cravath is representing the Special Committee in connection with the transaction.

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    October 29, 2026

    ADT’s $15.3 Billion Acquisition by Thrive Holdings

    On October 29, 2026, ADT Inc. (“ADT”), a leading provider of security, interactive and smart home solutions serving residential and small business customers in the U.S., and Thrive Holdings, a permanent capital holding company focused on investing in established businesses and advancing their capabilities through technology, announced a definitive agreement under which Thrive Holdings will acquire ADT in an all‑cash transaction. The agreement values ADT at approximately $7.6 billion in equity value and $15.3 billion in enterprise value. Under the terms of the agreement, which ADT’s Board of Directors unanimously approved, ADT stockholders will receive $10.00 per share in cash upon completion. Following completion, ADT will become privately held and its common stock will cease trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Cravath is representing ADT in connection with the transaction.

    Deals & Cases

    August 31, 2026

    Aon’s $17 Billion Acquisition of USI

    On August 31, 2026, Aon, a leading global professional services firm, announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire USI, a leading provider of property & casualty, employee benefit, personal risk and retirement solutions for the middle market and the tenth largest U.S. insurance broker, from KKR and other shareholders for a total purchase price of $17 billion. Aon expects to fund the transaction, as well as related transaction expenses and other costs, with new debt raised across a range of maturities, subject to market conditions. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Board of Directors of Aon and the Board of Directors of USI. Cravath is representing Aon in connection with the transaction.

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    March 31, 2026

    Biogen’s $5.6 Billion Acquisition of Apellis

    On March 31, 2026, Biogen Inc. and Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement under which Biogen has agreed to acquire all outstanding shares of Apellis for $41.00 per share in cash at closing, or approximately $5.6 billion. Apellis stockholders will also receive a nontransferable CVR for each Apellis share held, entitling the holder to receive two payments of $2 per share each, contingent on certain annual global net sales thresholds being met for SYFOVRE®. Cravath is representing Biogen in connection with the transaction.

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