Mayer Brown has hired Jason Quintana as a partner in its Mergers & Acquisitions practice in Chicago. Quintana joins from Perkins Coie LLP

“Jason is a versatile and experienced adviser in the aerospace and defense industries, with an impressive background in M&A,” said Jodi Simala, a co-leader of Mayer Brown’s global M&A/PE practice. “Jason’s experience, including working in-house M&A positions at Mitsui & Co. and The Boeing Company, will have a considerable impact on growing our strategic M&A capabilities, and serving our clients in their global transactions and operations.”

Quintana advises public and private strategic operating companies and private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies on structuring, documenting, negotiating and consummating complex business transactions. These include mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, growth equity investments, recapitalizations, joint ventures, and executive compensation and equity incentive arrangements.

“Mayer Brown offers a collaborative culture and incredible resources in terms of its talented lawyers and superior platform to service clients,” said Quintana. “I look forward to joining the firm’s strong M&A team.”