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 The Baldwin Group in its sale of Connected Risk Solutions to Amwins.

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 co-chairs the corporate and tax group and has a comprehensive corporate practice which sees him advise on private equity transactions, among other matters.

David is the best in the field.

He is extremely bright and level-headed. He builds trust and confidence in his clients and opposing counsel.

David allows us to make educated decisions. He gets into the details and can set it out in layman's terms.

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

John is like a Swiss army knife. His comprehensive knowledge of M&A is impressive.

He is an excellent attorney. He is seasoned, smart and has a nice manner about him.

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.

Nicholas is consistently going above and beyond to provide the guidance and support we need.

He is outstanding. He is both thorough and thoughtful.

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
4
Eric Hall
4
Band 4
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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