Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance hires Bryan Luchs, expanding its US Corporate M&A practice

Global law firm Clifford Chance hires partner Bryan Luchs, expanding its Corporate M&A practice and capability in the health and life sciences sector.

Joining from White & Case, Luchs brings more than 28 years of experience representing acquirers, targets, boards of directors, special committees, investors and investment banks in complex domestic and cross-border deals including negotiated, unsolicited and in public and private transactions. Luchs has advised across a range of industries and has deep experience in the healthcare and life sciences sector.

Global Head of Corporate Sarah Jones says, "We are excited to welcome Bryan to our growing US M&A practice. His strong ties to the healthcare and life sciences sector will add significant value to our clients in the US and across the globe.

Americas Head of Corporate Ben Sibbett says, "Bryan's experience in M&A, especially with biotech and pharma, will be beneficial as the industry continues to explore new avenues of innovation and growth. We are excited to have him join us and bring this value to clients during this transformative time."

Luchs says, "I'm extremely pleased by the opportunity to join Clifford Chance – not only to work with such a collaborative team, but to work with my global counterparts to expand our M&A offering to our clients in the US."

Luchs is the firm's sixth senior hire in the US so far in 2025 following the arrival of structured finance counsel Stuart Stahl, commercial litigation partner Peter Isajiw, national security and trade compliance partner Karalyn Mildorf, US project financing partner Gianluca Bacchiocchi and structured finance partner Joanna Nicholas.