Commitment to Community Roots
Beyond business, Huntington pledged $10 million in philanthropic investments to support local communities across Texas as part of the merger. The bank also plans to maintain and expand Veritex’s current branch network, signaling a commitment to community banking over consolidation.
Legal Advisors in the Deal
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Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz is advising Huntington, led by partners Edward D. Herlihy and Nicholas G. Demmo.
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is representing Veritex, with a team including partners Sven Mickisch, Timothy Gaffney, Brian Christiansen, and Larry Moss.
