Pierson Ferdinand Strengthens Corporate Department With Technology & Life Sciences Partner
Said Ertekin’s arrival enhances PierFerd’s capabilities in complex global transactions, emerging companies and venture capital, and outside general counsel services
New York, NY – March 20, 2025 – Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd”), one of the world’s fastest-growing law firms renowned for its commitment to client service excellence and innovation, announces the appointment of Said Ertekin as a Partner in its Corporate Department.
A trusted advisor to high-growth companies, investors, and multinational corporations, Said strengthens PierFerd’s capabilities in technology, life sciences, and cross-border transactions.
He joins PierFerd from a regional boutique firm where he led its transactional department, preceded by ten years at two Am Law 100 law firms - Fenwick & West LLP and DLA Piper LLP.
Said has over eleven years’ experience in corporate legal matters, representing high-growth companies, established corporates; including businesses from across the U.S. and several international markets; and investors – such as private equity and venture capital firms – helping clients navigate complex transactional issues.
He has counseled various parties - including buyers, sellers, lenders, borrowers, investors and startups - on matters such as M&A transactions, stock and asset acquisitions, strategic investments, venture financing, and commercial real estate purchases. While his practice is sector-agnostic, the technology and life sciences sectors are a significant focus - reflecting their evolving operating environments.
Said also has significant experience as an outside General Counsel; a role he has held for several clients operating in various sectors mostly focused on technology and life sciences.
Michael Pierson, Co-Chairman of Pierson Ferdinand, said:
“We are thrilled to welcome Said to PierFerd. His extensive experience counseling corporate clients, particularly in the technology and life sciences sectors, is a valuable addition to the Corporate Department; ensuring we continue to offer the highest-quality service to clients dealing with cutting-edge issues.”
Said Ertekin, Partner at Pierson Ferdinand, commented:
“I am delighted to join PierFerd. Its growth, unparalleled tech-driven offerings, and welcoming culture made the decision to join an easy one. The move will benefit my clients and my practice, and I look forward to working with my new colleagues to give clients the continued world-class service they have come to expect from PierFerd.”
Said also has an active pro bono practice mostly focusing on representing nonprofits – counseling them on compliance with nonprofit laws and their corporate governance.
He is fluent in French and Turkish and holds a Master of Laws in International Law and Legal Studies from Georgetown University Law Center; where he received the Dean’s Certificate for Special and Outstanding Service to the Law Center; and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Lausanne in Switzerland.
About PierFerd
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from 25+ markets. Its 200+ partners practice in 80+ areas of law, including corporate, employment and executive compensation, intellectual property, litigation, private clients & estates, and tax. Its partners have a reputation for excellence and significant experience practicing in preeminent law firms, corporate legal departments, and government.[1]
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[1] In London, the firm operates as Pierson Ferdinand UK LLP, a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC449880. It is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registered number 8006801. Pierson Ferdinand UK is connected with its affiliate in the United States, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, although they are two separate legal entities.
The word “partner” denotes a member of Pierson Ferdinand UK or an employee or consultant with equivalent standing and qualifications.
