Latham & Watkins announced that Pascal Mayer has joined the firm’s New York office as a partner in its Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Practice.
Mayer advises private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and management teams on executive compensation and employment matters tied to complex transactions. His work includes leveraged buyouts, take-private transactions, and other strategic investments.
Mayer’s practice includes structuring management equity arrangements, incentive plans, and executive employment packages in connection with sponsor-driven transactions. His experience gives him perspective on both sponsor and executive considerations in negotiations.
He also advises clients on governance, disclosure, and regulatory compliance matters related to executive compensation, supporting companies and investors across the lifecycle of their investments.
Mayer is the second partner to join Latham’s Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Practice in the past month, following the arrival of Erica Aho in May 2026. He joins Latham from Ropes & Gray.
Mayer received his LLB from McGill University and his Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta.
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“Pascal is a highly regarded adviser on complex corporate transactions and a great fit for our practice, and we are pleased to welcome him to the firm. His breadth of experience further bolsters our top-tier, full service offering to private equity clients both in New York and globally.”
Marc Jaffe, Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins in New York
“Pascal works closely with private equity sponsors, portfolio company executives, and deal teams on matters where compensation considerations are integral to investment structuring, management alignment, and transaction execution. He brings exceptional skills and strength, adding meaningful depth to our team.”
Larry Seymour, Global Chair of Latham’s Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Practice
“Latham is the destination firm for sophisticated corporate and private equity transactions, and its leading compensation and benefits team is integral to successfully executing those deals. The opportunities to further build my practice as part of this world-class, highly collaborative group are very attractive and I look forward to being a part of the team.”
Pascal Mayer
