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Jackson Walker LLP

Corporate/M&A

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Jackson Walker LLP

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Jackson Walker’s Corporate & Securities practice possesses the experience and knowledge necessary to handle virtually any type of corporate transaction. Our attorneys are renowned for their deep experience in mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic alliances, particularly involving private equity, healthcare, and cross-border transactions. We also serve as outside general counsel, working closely with management to provide pragmatic solutions to legal problems as they arise.

Types of Work Handled

  • Mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
  • Private equity
  • Corporate governance
  • Entity formation
  • Capital markets
  • Venture capital and investment funds
  • Partnerships and joint ventures
  • Family office
  • International transactions
  • Public companies and securities
  • Technology transactions
  • Commercial contracts

Representative Transactions

  • Represented START in the sale of a majority interest to Warburg Pincus, which will accelerate research operations around the world and fuel future expansion.
  • Represented Whataburger in the sale of a majority interest to BDT Capital Partners, which was listed as one of the largest deals in Jackson Walker’s history and one of the annual top 10 deals by The Texas Lawbook.
  • Represented Acelity, Inc. in the $6.7bn sale to 3M, which was named one of the top 5 largest M&A deals by The Texas Lawbook.

Industries (13)

  • Aviation and Aerospace
  • Business and Professional Services
  • Education
  • Energy and Utilities
  • Environmental and Waste
  • Family Offices and High Net Worth
  • Financial Services
  • Health and Life Sciences
  • Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Property, Construction and Infrastructure
  • Retail and Consumer
  • Sport
  • Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)

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Corporate/M&A - Texas

What the Team is Known For

Jackson Walker LLP has a diverse practice with expertise in a range of industries, including telecommunications, energy, healthcare and technology. The team regularly works with investment funds on midmarket transactions, with additional experience handling cross-border deals. The firm's client base comprises public and private companies, and various funds.

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Work Highlights

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  • Jackson Walker represented Concentra in the acquisition of U.S. Occmed Holdings.

Strengths

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  • They are very customer service-oriented and responsive.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • They have very strong business knowledge.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • They have a very experienced team that knew what to say and do every step along the way.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

  • Their service and responsiveness is fantastic.

    Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Patrick Tobin
    Patrick Tobin

    Patrick Tobin

    Patrick Tobin is regularly called upon to advise on M&A. He acts for clients from a range of industries, including financial services and construction.
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  • Stephanie Chandler
    Stephanie Chandler

    Stephanie Chandler

    Stephanie Chandler advises a variety of clients, including large publicly traded and privately held companies, startups and venture capital firms. She offers particular expertise in the technology sector.

    • Stephanie is phenomenal in her own right. There seems to be no limit to the knowledge she can bring to bear in a deal.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Bradley S Knippa
    Bradley S Knippa

    Bradley S Knippa

    Austin-based Bradley Knippa represents corporates, private equity funds and their portfolio companies in transactional matters. His areas of expertise include real estate and technology.

    • There is no match to Brad's efforts and efficiency.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Carlos R Treviño
    Carlos R Treviño

    Carlos R Treviño

    Carlos Treviño is a highly regarded corporate lawyer who advises on complex transactions. Clients benefit from his experience with the Mexican market.

    • Carlos is an outstanding lawyer. He has helped us with all types of matters and his knowledge is an added value to our transactions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • He stands out for his expertise, responsiveness and practical approach.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • Carlos is a full-service lawyer who manages our matters with passion and always seeks the best interests of our company.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Michael Meskill
    Michael Meskill

    Michael Meskill

    Michael Meskill is proficient at representing clients in a range of corporate matters. This includes advising clients on M&A, securities matters and corporate governance.

    • He is very responsive and has a great deal of experience.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Steven R. Jacobs
    Steven R. Jacobs

    Steven R. Jacobs

    Steven Jacobs acts for clients from the healthcare, technology and energy industries on a range of corporate matters. His expertise covers deals such as acquisitions and dispositions.

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  • William J McDonough, Jr
    William J McDonough, Jr

    William J McDonough, Jr

    William McDonough is regularly called upon to advise on M&A. He acts for clients from a range of industries, including financial services, healthcare and construction.

    • He is an outstanding lawyer. He understands what we need before we even think about it and is very strategic and extremely responsive.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA

    • He provided an excellent service, was very sophisticated and had a clear vision of what the company wanted to accomplish.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Richard Dahlson
    Richard Dahlson

    Richard Dahlson

    Richard Dahlson is noted for his capabilities in complex transactions, including M&A. He regularly handles cross-border deals.

    • He gets deals done and works effectively.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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  • Brian M. Lidji
    Brian M. Lidji

    Brian M. Lidji

    Brian Lidji assists emerging and middle-market companies in a broad range of matters. He possesses deep experience in M&A and governance matters.

    • He is very practical and deal-oriented.

      Corporate/M&A respondentUSA
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