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Honigman was formed as a corporate law firm over 75 years ago. The firm was built on a work ethic commensurate with the times and an unwavering commitment to excellence. At that time, most of the firm’s clients were based in and around Detroit, Michigan, the automobile capital of the world.
Today, we enjoy a diverse corporate practice encompassing the wide array of skillsets necessary to help enterprises and their constituents thrive, and we serve clients around the globe. But, from acquisitions and securities, to tax and employee benefits and all other disciplines in between, two constants have remained throughout our history: our dedication to hard work and our unwavering commitment to excellence.
A substantial number of our 140 corporate attorneys are devoted to Mergers & Acquisitions, including Private Equity. Honigman consistently ranks among the most active law firms nationally based on completed transactions.
Chambers Review
Honigman has a standout bench of corporate attorneys handling high value sales and acquisitions for a range of prominent domestic companies. Particularly significant experience acting for clients in the automotive, banking and construction industries. Has a vibrant private equity practice representing funds and portfolio companies nationally as well as internationally. Offers further expertise in venture capital work and also well placed to advise on securities issuances and matters of corporate governance.
Work Highlights
- Honigman represented US LBM Holdings in connection with its acquisition of Manning Building Supplies.
Strengths
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"The team responds so quickly it seems as if they are waiting for my email or call."
"The Honigman team is sophisticated, responsive and innovative. They have excellent legal and business judgment."
"The team responds so quickly it seems as if they are waiting for my email or call."
"The Honigman team is sophisticated, responsive and innovative. They have excellent legal and business judgment."
Notable Practitioners
Donald Kunz is a highly distinguished practitioner in Michigan. Among other transactions, he acts on equity offerings for leading real estate corporations, and also excels in matters of corporate governance.
David Foltyn is Honigman's chair and chief executive officer. He possesses an extensive track record of advising clients on M&A, securities, public offerings and divestitures.
Tracy Larsen manages Honigman's Grand Rapids office and is widely considered to be a leading M&A practitioner in the state. He frequently acts on sales and disposals, with further expertise in international corporate transactions.
"He has a recognized national practice."
Michael DuBay is widely respected for his strong track record in private equity. Having conducted a number of significant acquisitions, he is skilled in sales and dispositions, investments and corporate governance.
Phillip Torrence has significant experience advising clients on corporate finance transactions, most recently in the medical device and life sciences sector.
"He's a great attorney."
David Parsigian leads the venture capital team and is experienced in acquisitions, venture capital finance, joint ventures and IPOs.
Barbara Kaye is an established corporate lawyer who has advised a variety of clients in the public and private sectors on joint ventures and M&A. She is also highly capable in corporate finance transactions.
"Barbara is an exceptional deal maker."
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