About
Provided by Ballard Spahr LLP
The Phoenix Corporate/M&A team is one of the most active in Arizona. The transactions are nationwide and included traditional acquisitions and divestitures, mergers, joint ventures and other investment transactions, as well as broad corporate work.
Clients primarily fall into six categories:
1. Large, public companies that grow their businesses through M&A transactions;
2. Private equity firms;
3. High net worth individuals and family offices that devote a portion of their wealth to encouraging new businesses;
4. Established, privately-owned businesses seeking to grow by M&A or needing special counsel to effectuate a sale or other transaction;
5. Start-up and growth companies in a variety of industries, including e-commerce, green technology, and heath care; and
6. Sports and entertainment companies, athletes and celebrities.
The variety of our client base means that we have a constant, varied, and exciting deal flow. Our clients' diverse transactions have allowed us to develop broad industry experience, including in the waste industry, e-commerce, software, medical device manufacturing, healthcare, retail services, sports and entertainment, utilities, and technology. We take great pride in our client relationships, many of which go back more than 25 years.
Chambers Review
Ballard Spahr has a respected practice which handles a large scope of corporate matters on a national level. It acts on transactions including M&A and joint ventures as well as private and public securities offerings. The group offers counsel to a diverse array of clients inclusive of private equity firms, established and start-up companies and non-profit organizations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The entire team is great, they're available 24/7 and very experienced."
"I have experienced no issues with Ballard Spahr, regardless of the type of work we have needed."
"The entire team is great, they're available 24/7 and very experienced."
"I have experienced no issues with Ballard Spahr, regardless of the type of work we have needed."
Notable Practitioners
Karen McConnell advises on corporate transactions and loans for an array of clients in the technology, hospitality and sports sectors.
"Karen stands out for her superior client service and extremely practical and solution-oriented advice."
"She is great during the sales process and I feel fortunate that she worked for us during it."
"Karen is extremely active and well regarded."
Laura Giles has a wealth of experience advising private and public companies on a range of transactional mandates, including M&A and private equity and venture capital financings.
"Laura is extremely conscientious and quick to respond, performing excellently for us."