Cheng Cohen LLC, a Chicago-based firm focusing in corporate, franchise, technology and business litigation today announced that Andrew J. Sannes has joined the firm as counsel.

"Andrew's experience in mergers and acquisitions and hospitality will provide a valuable service to our growing client list," said Amy Cheng, partner of Cheng Cohen LLC.  "We welcome Andrew to our firm and his experience and enthusiasm will play an important role in the growth of Cheng Cohen."

Most recently, Sannes was an associate at DLA Piper US where he concentrated his practice in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity and general corporate matters. As a member of the Global Hospitality and Resort Group, Sannes has worked with blue chip hotel and resort companies on their business matters from acquisitions, negotiations and all development, financing, and ownership needs.

Sannes is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he received his Bachelor of Arts in History, and The John Marshall Law School where he received his J.D.

Founded in 2007, Cheng Cohen LLC provides experience in a wide range of legal matters including corporate, litigation and franchising. The firm innovatively tailors legal services to meet each of their clients' specific needs effectively and efficiently.