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M&A TRANSACTIONAL ADVISORI represent representations and warranties insurers, private equity firms and public companies in corporate transactional matters and have advised on over 1,500 corporate transactions. I work with clients on all aspects of mergers, acquisitions and bankruptcies, including leading due diligence, drafting and editing deal documents, and negotiations with labor unions as part of the bankruptcy process.TRANSACTIONAL RISK INSURERSI co-lead and created the transactional risk insurance practice at Seyfarth Shaw. Utilizing a collaborative cross-departmental, cross-office approach, and drawing on institutional experience in both M&A and insurance carrier representation, Seyfarth has developed a best-in-class underwriting counsel practice. The Seyfarth team now draws on over 60 attorneys in Seyfarth office across the globe to provide RWI carriers with the subject matter specialists and timely service that their deals demand. Seyfarth’s team assists carriers in every facet of the transaction, including review of the purchase agreement, disclosure schedules, and other deal documents, participating in and leading the underwriting call with the insured, and working with the insured’s counsel to develop an RWI policy that helps get the deal done while still being commercial and consistent with the needs of the insurer and insured. TRADITIONAL LABOR ADVICE & COUNSELIn addition to my transactional practice, I have frequently represented employers in traditional labor law matters, including NLRB elections and litigation, collective bargaining, and arbitrations. I have worked with clients of all sizes from family owned businesses and small non-profits to publicly traded companies on developing proactive labor solutions.RESPONSIVE APPROACH I understand that time is of the essence in corporate transactions. My corporate clients appreciate that I am extremely responsive and that our work product is returned on-time to ensure a smooth transaction. Likewise, my traditional labor law clients usually call me in crisis mode with a NLRB petition in hand. After contacting me, I immediately begin to strategize with you on the next steps for an optimal labor outcome.

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