Gibson Dunn Adds Leading Technology Dealmaker Jonathan Ashtor as Technology Transactions Practice Co-Chair in New York
Firm News | August 27, 2026
Gibson Dunn announced today that Jonathan H. Ashtor has joined the firm’s New York office as a partner and Co-Chair of the firm’s Technology Transactions Practice Group.
A highly regarded lawyer who has advised on some of the largest, most transformative technology transactions, Jonathan advises on technology M&A, IP licensing, technology development and collaboration agreements, AI, quantum and emerging technologies, and technology dispute resolution and advisory work.
“Technology remains at the forefront of the M&A scene as AI, digital transformation, and innovation continue to dominate the landscape. Jonathan’s senior-level deal expertise, combined with his engineering and applied physics background, will add further depth to our premier transactional platform,” said Daniel Angel, Co-Chair of the Technology Transactions Practice Group.
“Today’s deal market is flush with AI and emerging technology investment, creating both opportunities and challenges. Clients are looking for counsel with in-depth knowledge, creative problem-solving skills, and a commercially savvy focus to help them successfully navigate the complexities arising from this accelerated innovation. Gibson Dunn has built a preeminent destination practice for technology transactions, and I’m excited to join this exceptionally talented team,” said Jonathan.
Gibson Dunn’s premier Technology Transactions Practice Group represents clients in connection with complex and strategic technology, intellectual property, and data-driven transactions, and plays a key role in providing IP-related expertise on M&A, investment, financing, and related transactions involving businesses that heavily rely on intellectual property.
About Jonathan H. Ashtor
Jonathan advises clients across a variety of industry sectors, including artificial intelligence, computer & semiconductor technologies, life sciences & biotech, quantum and emerging technologies, e-commerce & media, industrial chemicals, and manufacturing, among others. He has advised clients on major, complex, and multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions, including public company mergers, private equity and venture-backed transactions, spinoffs, and joint ventures. Jonathan is ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA.
Prior to joining Gibson Dunn, Jonathan was a partner at an international law firm, where he served as Co-Chair of its Global Artificial Intelligence Group. Jonathan is also a Professor of Practice at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University, where he designed and teaches a course on technology transactions.