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Locke Lord lawyers regularly represent both publicly-traded entities and private concerns, developing strategic solutions for corporate issues in nearly every industry. Our knowledge goes well beyond the mechanics of the law, allowing us to counsel clients on broader business implications and strategies. We offer clients a multidisciplinary approach, drawing upon the skills of our colleagues in many practice areas and geographies, working seamlessly to deliver desired results. The Firm’s corporate practice spans a wide range of industries, including private equity and venture capital, insurance and financial services, energy, communications, entertainment and media, chemical and mining, electronics, technology, life sciences, manufacturing, service and distribution, maritime, marine terminal development, shipping and transportation, real estate, health care, non-profit and education. Additionally, many of our lawyers have served as in-house counsel and are seasoned by years of involvement in the industries in which they focus.
Dating back to 1894, we have deep roots in the Rhode Island business community and have long been a go-to firm for local, regional and national clients. Our Providence team has extensive experience assisting clients with complex corporate and commercial transactions.
Chambers Review
Locke Lord has a market-leading group, recognized for its strengths in M&A, joint ventures and capital markets transactions. Maintains a fine reputation for acting on behalf of major private equity groups. Expertise spans all corners of the market including energy, manufacturing, real estate and healthcare.
Work Highlights
- Locke Lord advised Imugene in the acquisition of an exclusive license for Precision BioSciences' allogeneic CD19 CAR T-cell therapy program worth $227 million.
Strengths
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"Locke Lord's responsiveness to all inquiries is impressive and often immediate, they are thorough in their analysis and recommendations, and they are all a pleasure to work with."
"Extremely responsive and efficient."
"The Locke Lord team doesn't overcomplicate things, works well together, is responsive and doesn't drop the ball in the midst of a transaction."
"Locke Lord's responsiveness to all inquiries is impressive and often immediate, they are thorough in their analysis and recommendations, and they are all a pleasure to work with."
"Extremely responsive and efficient."
"The Locke Lord team doesn't overcomplicate things, works well together, is responsive and doesn't drop the ball in the midst of a transaction."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Graham cochairs the firm's corporate and transactional department and advises clients including established and emerging businesses and private equity funds on M&A and complex financings.
"Chris possesses phenomenal listening skills and the ability to hone in on issues and challenges to clearly articulate options for consideration."
"He has excellent expertise."
Douglas Gray focuses his practice on counselling clients in the life sciences sector on a range of corporate matters. He frequently advises on M&A, joint ventures and transactional IP concerns.
Joseph Farside is held in high regard for the quality of his practice, which is specialized in the antitrust compliance aspects of M&A. He possesses additional expertise in litigation at both state and federal court levels.
Paul Mahoney is an experienced practitioner with notable expertise in handling M&A and investment transactions. He acts for both private equity funds and corporates.
"Paul is strong enough to do complex corporate deals and nimble enough to help out with smaller work."
Peter Barrett is particularly noted for his expertise in advising clients in the technology and media industries on M&A and private equity matters. His experience includes mergers, sales and strategic investments.
"It is a real pleasure to work and cooperate with Peter. He is efficient, insightful and very responsive."
"Peter is a seasoned lawyer who consistently delivers excellent work."
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