Latham Partners Dominate Texas Capital Markets Deal Rankings
Latham & Watkins lawyers captured the top three spots in The Texas Lawbook’s Capital Markets Corporate Deal Tracker by deal count for the first half of 2026.
Nick Dhesi is the Managing Partner of the Houston office. He represents clients on strategic M&A transactions, initial public offerings, and structured investments. Nick was named a finalist for the Texas Dealmaker of the Year in 2024 by Law.com.
Nick is a strategic advisor to boards of directors, senior leadership teams, and companies on all aspects of complex, high-profile transactions, including:
Nick leverages deep, cross-disciplinary experience and creativity to lead strategic transactions. He combines seasoned deal leadership experience with a deep understanding of transaction dynamics to achieve results for his clients.
Nationally recognized as a thought leader, Nick regularly speaks at co nferences and webcasts, as well as with leading media outlets. He also serves on the advisory boards of Institute for Energy Law and the Houston chapter of the Texas General Counsel Forum.
Nick’s recent experience includes representing:
Latham & Watkins lawyers captured the top three spots in The Texas Lawbook’s Capital Markets Corporate Deal Tracker by deal count for the first half of 2026.
The nominations recognize excellence in energy, office management, mentorship, and the leadership of women in law.
Recognition highlights Latham’s breadth across Houston’s middle market deal landscape, from technology to infrastructure.