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12 September 2024NewsCareersMuireann Bolger

WBD to merge with firm to create ‘powerhouse’ practice

Deal marks the third major M&A to be announced so far this month | Combined firms have a total gross revenue of more than $742 million | Business marriage seen as “natural fit and clear win-win”.

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