Corporate/M&A

Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP is an expert boutique which provides an excellent platform for entrepreneurs, emerging businesses and private equity and venture capital firms across the full startup spectrum, providing highly rated services in formation, investment, capital markets and M&A work. It offers notable strengths in the technology and life sciences sectors, particularly for pharmaceutical and fintech companies, as well as taking on roles for financial institutions and mature companies.

"The team is very sharp and experienced. They are very good at making the client feel like the priority."

"They have expertise in a variety of areas and are an excellent partner."

Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP acted for Integra Life Sciences in its $140 million acquisition of Surgical Innovation Associates.

Founding partner Larry Robbins is considered a first port of call for clients requiring expertise in issues affecting startup and emerging companies, where he acts on behalf of both companies and investors. His practice covers M&A, corporate governance and capital markets matters.

Donald Reynolds enjoys an excellent reputation for his track record in advising startups from seed funding to initial public offering. He is held in particularly high esteem for his abilities in securities offerings, as well as SEC reporting matters. "Donald is extremely experienced in his area and a pleasure to work with."