About

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Hill Ward Henderson is a leading Florida firm for strategic, private equity and venture capital M&A transactions in Florida and throughout the United States. We have a deep bench of 23 corporate lawyers, along with specialists in tax, employment, estate planning, benefits, IP, and other fields relevant to M&A and the corporate practice. 

In recent years, our group completed more than 100 deals involving several billion dollars for equity funds such as Ballast Point Ventures, Mangrove Equity Partners, HealthEdge Investment Partners, Flexpoint Ford, Alpine Investors, Topmark Partners, Third Lake Partners, Supply Chain Equity Partners, Clearwell Group, the Keswick Group, and Vinik Family Office. We are the go-to firm in the region for large, complex deals exceeding $50 million in amount.

Our venture capital practice leads the region in sophistication and the depth and diversity of our client base, regularly advising institutional venture capital firms such as Ballast Point Ventures, Fulcrum Equity Partners, and Topmark Partners, large family offices and UHWNIs such as Vinik Family Office, as well as venture-backed companies and their founders locally and nationally. 

We represent many companies on a continuing basis with revenues of several hundred million dollars or more, including Hit Promotional Products, Apex Service Partners, Lykes Bros. Inc., Gulfeagle Supply, Superior Group of Companies, Inc., and QOL Medical, LLC.




Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Florida: North & Central

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Hill Ward Henderson is predominantly involved in acquisitions, representing both buyers and sellers, and boasts particular experience in joint venture work. The firm is frequently engaged by private equity funds as well as smaller and family-run businesses. It is also experienced in venture capital transactions. The firm is sought after by clients involved in a range of industries, with particular expertise in automotive matters.

Work Highlights

  • Hill Ward Henderson represented KLH Capital in its sale of Shenandoah Industrial Solutions to GenNx360 Capital Partners.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David S Felman
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David S Felman
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Band 1

David Felman has a comprehensive corporate practice, which sees him advise on private equity transactions among other matters.

David has a great deal of experience and expertise.

He provides expertise in all areas of the process.

David is practical, experienced and smart. He is also is a great leader.

Eric Hall
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Eric Hall
3
Band 3
Eric Hall is able to handle a range of corporate matters and is often engaged by clients on M&A. He regularly represents private equity firms in sales and venture capital financing.

Eric provides excellent service and expertise throughout the process.

Eric is a very straightforward communicator with outstanding experience, which makes him extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of M&A.

He has outstanding legal experience and clear communication skills.

John C Connery Jr
4
John C Connery Jr
4
Band 4
John Connery provides clients with noteworthy advice on transactional matters, including private equity financings.

John provides expert advice.

John maintains composure in tense situations, gives thoughtful responses and does a good job of helping guide to an appropriate decision.

He is a skilled attorney.

Nicholas Outman
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Nicholas Outman
4
Band 4
Nicholas Outman has a broad corporate practice and is highlighted for his knowledge of venture capital deals.

He has very strong technical ability and does not miss the important details.

Nicholas possesses a rare combination of strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail.

Nicholas is very responsive and practical.

Ranked Lawyers at
Hill Ward Henderson

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Florida: North & Central

Corporate/M&A & Private Equity

David S Felman
1
David S Felman
1
Band 1
Eric Hall
3
Eric Hall
3
Band 3
John C Connery Jr
4
John C Connery Jr
4
Band 4
Nicholas Outman
4
Nicholas Outman
4
Band 4

Members

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