About

Provided by Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan, LLP

As one of the foremost corporate law firms in North Carolina, we have a deep roster of accomplished mergers and acquisitions lawyers, with approximately half having come from national and international firms. But we offer far more than technical expertise executing deals; we are distinguished in the value we add through our informed judgment, strategic insight, innovation, creativity and complete commitment to your business success.

The complexity of the issues involved in corporate transactions, and the significant outcomes hanging in the balance, require not only deep knowledge of the law, but also the sophistication to use that knowledge creatively to negotiate solutions that make the most practical business sense. We configure our teams to best suit your needs and are well-equipped to manage such diverse matters as private and public acquisitions of all sizes, leveraged buy-outs, divestitures, joint ventures, strategic alliances, licensing and defensive planning. We guide a wide range of clients at different stages in the business cycle with make-it-or-break-it mergers including start-ups, growing mid-size companies and large corporations. 

The Mergers and Acquisitions practice is more than 30-lawyers strong, enabling us to staff each deal with individuals who are hand-picked for the situation. Also on our team are former C-level executives and in-house counsel who add to our perspective and breadth of experience.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - North Carolina: Raleigh, Greensboro & Surrounds

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What the Team is Known For

Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP is a Raleigh-based team that acts on both domestic and international transactions for a broad client base, ranging from blue-chip corporates to family-owned enterprises. The firm draws upon a deep bench of transactional experts whose broad experience includes financings, M&A and fund formation mandates. The team is also noted for its strong securities practice and deep connections to the Research Triangle Park, with notable strengths in venture capital work and debt and equity offerings in the technology sector.

Work Highlights

  • Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP represented Curi Holdings in its merger with Constellation, Inc.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John L Jernigan
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John L Jernigan
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Senior Statespeople
John Jernigan offers decades of experience handling complex corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. He also advises clients on corporate governance issues, financing work and commercial issues.
Byron B Kirkland
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Byron B Kirkland
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Eminent Practitioners
Byron Kirkland wins praise from all corners of the market for his skilled handling of corporate matters, including M&A and securities law issues, as well as private equity and venture capital work. He currently serves as the firm's managing partner.

Byron is great to work with. He is incredibly commercial.

Gerald F Roach
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Gerald F Roach
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Eminent Practitioners
Gerald Roach is highly skilled in handling complex corporate transactions for clients across a wide range of industries, in addition to his role as the firm's chair. He routinely advises on mergers, acquisitions and sales, as well as investments.

He has great experience and judgment.

He's an incredible attorney.

Christopher B Capel
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Christopher B Capel
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Christopher Capel is a well-regarded practitioner with notable experience in M&A, corporate finance issues and private equity transactions. He offers particular expertise acting for clients from the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
Timothy S Goettel
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Timothy S Goettel
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Band 2
Timothy Goettel has a diverse practice which sees him advise on strategic M&A, financing and debt capital markets work. He also advises on insurance guaranty association matters.
Heyward D Armstrong
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Heyward D Armstrong
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Band 3

Heyward Armstrong demonstrates excellence in a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A, divestitures and governance issues. His broad industry experience includes work in the biotech and life sciences areas.

He's an outstanding attorney from a technical knowledge perspective, as well as his commitment to client service.

He is very strong technically and is a great thought-partner on transaction structuring and corporate matters. He is a great lawyer.

Robert Duggins
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Robert Duggins
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Band 3
Robert Duggins is valued for his adroit handling of corporate transactional matters, having advised on an array of domestic and cross-border M&A, as well as on governance issues. His wide-ranging practice includes particular strengths in the technology and life sciences sectors.

He's an outstanding team leader and trusted business advisor.

Rob is an absolute pleasure to work with and a true partner in all the ways we would hope for.

James Jolley
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James Jolley
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Up and Coming

James Jolley is a well-regarded up-and-comer in the market whose practice is strong across an array of corporate matters, including M&A.

He's very responsive and puts in the time and effort to understand the entire deal.

Ranked Lawyers at
Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan, LLP

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North Carolina: Raleigh, Greensboro & Surrounds

Corporate/M&A

John L Jernigan
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John L Jernigan
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Senior Statespeople
Byron B Kirkland
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Byron B Kirkland
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Eminent Practitioners
Gerald F Roach
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Gerald F Roach
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Eminent Practitioners
Christopher B Capel
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Christopher B Capel
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Band 2
Timothy S Goettel
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Timothy S Goettel
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Band 2
Heyward D Armstrong
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Heyward D Armstrong
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Band 3
Robert Duggins
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Robert Duggins
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Band 3
James Jolley
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James Jolley
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Up and Coming

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