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The Lawyers of Zuber & Taillieu LLP

Gerold W. "Jerry" Libby

Partner

Jerry Libby’s practice focuses primarily on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance transactions, corporate governance counseling, and cross-border joint ventures. It also includes the provision of legal services relating to franchising, intellectual property transfers, and real estate financing. Mr. Libby typically represents technology, manufacturing, entertainment, and real estate clients. A significant portion of his practice involves the representation of foreign clients, usually based in Asia, in their United States business and investment matters, and in advising United States and European clients doing business in Asia.

Prior to joining Zuber & Taillieu LLP, Mr. Libby was a Partner at Holland & Knight LLP. Early in his career Mr. Libby practiced for three years with one of the largest law firms in Japan, and for one year with a law firm in Korea. Mr. Libby is a recognized leader of the international bar, having just completed a term as President of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association. He is a frequent speaker and author on subjects of international business law. Mr. Libby is a Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated Attorney (i.e.: the highest rating).

Professional Honors and Activities:

  • Member, American Bar Association Asia Law Initiative Council
  • Immediate Past President, Inter-Pacific Bar Association
  • Former Section Chair, American Bar Association Section of International Law
  • Former Delegate, American Bar Association House of Delegates
  • Member, Practicing Law Institute, Advisory Committee on International Law

Representative Publications:

  • “Joint Ventures: Definitions and Legal Issues,” Joint Ventures in the International Arena, 2003.
  • “Secured Transactions,” International Lawyer’s Deskbook, 2002.

Education:

New York University School of Law
J.D., 1969

Yale University
B.A., 1965
Major: History

Bar Admissions:

California
New York