Latham, Wachtell, Kirkland, Freshfields Lead Law Firm Midyear M&A Leagues, as Deal Value Climbs 33% From Last Year by RG | Jul 3, 2025 | Law.com Deal volume was down 10% year over year, but a 78% increase in ‘mega deals’ more than covered the bill. Deal volume was down 10% year over year, but a 78% increase in ‘mega deals’ more than covered the bill.