I am currently exploring new opportunities for positions with a favorable mix of corporate transactions and M&A. Ideally, the position would be in a robust environment and downtown Chicago, although I am willing to relocate with appropriate incentives. I am amenable to travel as part of a new opportunity.Client–focused, seasoned M&A attorney with 20 years’ diverse experience in acquisitions and dispositions, financing transactions, business, corporate, commercial and securities law. Completed over 100 acquisitions that range in size and scope of engagement from small private transactions to public transactions valued at several billion dollars. Current practice includes providing counsel and solutions on a wide variety of business, legal, compliance and corporate governance matters to a global public company. Valued and respected by clients for dependability and providing a calm demeanor to the chaotic atmosphere of complex corporate transactions involving multiple constituencies. Known by colleagues, clients and attorneys I work with for my strong work ethic, good communication skills, willingness to take ownership of difficult issues and acting as an affable team player.Skills:Ability to develop and execute a negotiation and deal strategy Structure deals and develop term sheets Identify potential legal and business risks Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills Deliver stakeholder requirements Manage complex and multi-faceted transactions Areas of practice:Outside general counselMergers and Acquisitions - M&AComplex corporate transactionsPublic and private financeVenture CapitalPrivate EquitySecuritiesSecurities ComplianceCorporate Governance Regulated IndustryCommercial ContractsCorporate CounselCorporate FormationFor networking purposes I can be reached at First Initial, Last Name at Yahoo Dot Com: pdaane@yahoo.com