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BCLP

Corporate/M&A

USA Guide 2026 : Missouri: Kansas City & Surrounds

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Corporate/M&A - Missouri: Kansas City & Surrounds

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
BCLP is a high-profile firm in the region with a significant presence in both Kansas City and St. Louis, especially in the M&A arena. It regularly assists with multimillion-dollar transactions and cross-border negotiations, including regular work advising on IPOs. The team is frequently sought out by clients from the finance, technology and manufacturing industries for its broad corporate expertise which encompasses private equity mandates, divestitures, repurchasings and other financial arrangements.
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Work Highlights

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  • BCLP represented Manitex International in its $223 million strategic sale to Tadano.

Strengths

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  • BCLP has a strong M&A practice with a deep bench to assist in matters. Its lawyers are knowledgeable and willing to adapt to address the unique nature of a given transaction.

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  • We value the team's deep experience in all facets of deal-making as well as its speed, flexibility and ability to think and communicate strategically and practically.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • BCLP provides high-quality, practical advice with a focus on getting the deal done.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • The attorneys at BCLP are prompt, thorough and pleasant to work with.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • We value the team's experience, detail orientation, availability and deep subject matter expertise.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • William F Seabaugh
    William F Seabaugh

    William F Seabaugh

    William Seabaugh handles transactions such as joint ventures and M&A. His client list includes venture capital and banking groups.

    • William is a great lawyer and has a phenomenal reputation.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Steven M Baumer
    Steven M Baumer

    Steven M Baumer

    Steven Baumer is the global CEO of BCLP and offers transactional expertise which encompasses joint ventures, LBOs and M&A. He also advises on SEC reporting mandates across a range of industries.

    • Steven Baumer is a very qualified and experienced professional.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Fred W Bartelsmeyer
    Fred W Bartelsmeyer

    Fred W Bartelsmeyer

    Fred Bartelsmeyer is respected for his nationwide transactional practice, while also offering experience in deals involving international companies. He is well versed in a host of commercial transactions.

    • Fred is an excellent lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Stephanie M Hosler
    Stephanie M Hosler

    Stephanie M Hosler

    Stephanie Hosler advises clients from a range of sectors, including telecommunications and banking. She is equally well versed in venture capital transactions.

    • Stephanie is client-centric and savvy from a business perspective.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • James P Pryde
    James P Pryde

    James P Pryde

    James Pryde regularly counsels companies on M&A and corporate finance. He is particularly experienced in acting for private equity funds on transactions such as formations and portfolio divestitures, while also offering niche energy industry expertise.

    • It's always a pleasure to work with James. He has a vast knowledge of the law and is able to expertly craft language to address negotiated points.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Joel Lander
    Joel Lander

    Joel Lander

    Joel Lander is regularly involved in sale and acquisition transactions across the construction, agribusiness and healthcare sectors.

    • Joel is excellent. He is responsive and knowledgeable.

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  • John Welge
    John Welge

    John Welge

    John Welge advises his clients on a broad range of business law matters including corporation and limited liability, company structure and formation, corporate reorganizations and restructurings, and statutory matters under Missouri and Delaware corporate law.
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  • Kent Wittrock
    Kent Wittrock

    Kent Wittrock

    Kent Wittrock is increasingly recognized for his strong transactional practice. He advises both buy- and sell-side clients on sales and acquisitions arising in an impressively broad spread of industries.

    • Kent is a great attorney and I always enjoy working with him.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • Kent is excellent at customer service and delivers a high-quality work product.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • Kent is knowledgeable, down to earth, knows how to simplify complex issues and is always available and willing to work on necessary timelines.

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  • Robert M Barnes
    Robert M Barnes

    Robert M Barnes

    Robert Barnes advises clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A, corporate governance and securities offerings. He has over 30 years of experience practicing corporate law.
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