Corporate/M&A
USA Guide 2024 : Connecticut
Band 2
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Provided by Wiggin and Dana LLP
Wiggin and Dana's Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Practice Group is experienced in handling all aspects of M&A transactions for clients operating in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. We manage all aspects of M&A, providing assistance with structuring and negotiating transactions, and advising on antitrust, securities, tax, labor, employment, environmental, and other matters. We also provide exceptional value to our clients, thanks to the deep experience of our M&A lawyers, their acute business acumen, and their practical approach to acquisition and divestiture work.
Our attorneys are experienced in representing public companies, closely-held businesses and their owners, private equity funds and their portfolio companies, and other institutions. We have a historic and ongoing focus on private-target, middle-market deals with transaction value ranging from a few million to several hundred million dollars.
Our work spans mergers, stock and asset purchases and dispositions, and other transactions that transfer business interests, including product-line acquisitions, joint ventures with purchase options, and equity investments with purchase options. When we help acquire or sell public companies, we are equipped to advise on fiduciary issues, securities law compliance, and stockholder matters.
Chambers Review
Wiggin and Dana's team advises on a range of corporate law matters, including M&A and capital markets transactions and other securities matters. The firm offers extensive experience pertaining to a wide range of industries, including life sciences, manufacturing and technology, and is noted for its strength in cross-border deals, particularly with respect to transactions between European and American entities. It advises a wide range of clients, from family businesses to private equity portfolio companies.
Work Highlights
- Wiggin and Dana acted for Kohlberg & Company on its acquisition of PASI Investments.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"With Wiggin and Dana, you get a high level of service with a variety of expertise."
"The team's strategic focus and problem-solving ability has kept deals on track and has allowed a successful completion."
"With Wiggin and Dana, you get a high level of service with a variety of expertise."
"The team's strategic focus and problem-solving ability has kept deals on track and has allowed a successful completion."
Notable Practitioners
William Perrone is highlighted for his capabilities handling M&A. He acts for a range of clients in the private equity and healthcare sectors.
"Bill is terrific."
"He is my first call to get our corporate house in order."
Paul Hughes acts as the firm's managing partner. He works with corporate groups and private equity clients on the full range of transactions.
"Paul strikes the balance of trying to get things done without over-lawyering and understands the business perspective too."
Mark Kaduboski acts for a broad spectrum of public and private-held business on strategic M&A transactions and wider governance and commercial concerns.
Evan Kipperman advises on a broad spectrum of transactional matters for a client base of investors and corporate clients, attracting particular praise for his expertise in acting for startup and growth companies on transactional and governance issues.
"Evan Kipperman is the best emerging company lawyer I've ever run into."
"He has built a very strong reputation as someone with experience in all aspects supporting the startup sector, including formation, financings and exit events."
"He's super commercial and responsive, but his biggest strength is in knowing the market - he's an expert in that area and he's invaluable."
Ranked Lawyers at
Wiggin and Dana LLP
Connecticut
Members
Provided by Wiggin and Dana LLP
Evan Kipperman
Heather Rahilly
Len Gray
Mark Kaduboski
Industries
Provided by Wiggin and Dana LLP
biopharma
chemicals
computer software/internet
construction/engineering
distribution
financial services
healthcare/healthcare services
manufacturing
media/publications
medical devices
technology and telecom
utilities