Financial Advisory in the United States


Financial Advisory is at the heart of Lazard’s business in the United States.

We advise public and private companies, corporate leaders and governments on their most important strategic and financial matters. Our bankers provide expertise across a wide range of industries, serving as trusted advisors whose sole mission is to ensure the best result for clients.

Lazard’s more than 175-year history in the United States, our deeply established local relationships, combined with our depth of expertise across industry sectors and geographies, enables us to provide clients with exceptional advice to accomplish their M&A, restructuring, capital raising and other strategic goals.


Peter Orszag Smiling in Studio

Lazard’s long and distinguished history in the United States, supported by our reputation for strongly analytical, independent advice, has made us a trusted advisor to leaders in business and government across the nation for more than 175 years.

Peter Orszag Chief Executive Officer

Recent Transactions

December 11, 2024 United States

Lazard acted as Lead Placement agent and Co-Financial Advisor to Dropbox in its secured term loan

$2 Billion

December 09, 2024 United States

Novolex and Pactiv Evergreen Inc. to Combine, Establishing a Leading Manufacturer in Food and Beverage Packaging

$6.7 Billion

December 06, 2024 United States

Enviva Announces Successful Emergence from Financial Restructuring Process Positioned for Sustainable Growth and Continued Market Leadership

$2.8 Billion