Mergers and Acquisitions

Our advisory practice builds upon our capital markets expertise and extensive industry knowledge.  We advise clients in assessing and executing strategic and financial alternatives, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and financing strategies. In addition, we regularly advise independent committees of corporate boards as well as provide valuation advice and fairness opinions.

Our M&A team has substantial experience serving middle market companies in a wide range of sectors, including consumer products, energy, healthcare, business services, technology, real estate and diversified industrials.

In 2006, we completed 28 advisory assignments.  In the first quarter of 2007, we significantly expanded our mergers and acquisitions capability, acquiring the invesment banking operations and personnel of Legacy Partners Group, LLC.  Our acquisition of Legacy's operations and our continued focus on adding experienced investment bankers enhances our ability serve our clients.