“Miles & Stockbridge has an experienced team with a robust transactional offering, spanning domestic and cross-border M&A, debt and equity issuances and private equity matters. The firm maintains a strong focus on REIT transactions, frequently serving as Maryland counsel on high-value deals. It is equally equipped to assist with capital raisings and joint ventures.” – Chambers Overview

Miles & Stockbridge is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners USA, a go-to guide in the legal industry, has once again ranked the Mergers & Acquisitions practice at Miles & Stockbridge on its list of leading law firms nationwide. In addition to ranking Miles & Stockbridge in Band 2 of Maryland firms, four lawyers are ranked: Topper Webb, Chris Johnson, Scott Wilson and Matt Klaiber.

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Topper Webb, Principal

Topper was recognized for having a “stellar reputation for his practice in the corporate space.”

Chris Johnson, Principal

One client said Chris is a “highly effective corporate counsel, well-versed in the nuances of securities law and public company compliance.” Added another client: “He is a technical expert and a strong advocate. He's also easy to work with and has lots of experience.”

Scott Wilson, Principal

“He is the best corporate lawyer I’ve ever worked with,” said one client. “He gives practical advice, he's easy to work with and is very responsive." Another client called Scott a “fantastic advocate and adviser” who “understands our business goals.”

Matt Klaiber, Principal

Matt was recognized for his “considerable experience assisting clients on complex M&A.”

Miles & Stockbridge Mergers & Acquisitions Group

Miles & Stockbridge’s mergers and acquisitions lawyers represent purchasers and sellers of publicly traded and privately held businesses. Our clients are public companies (including such Fortune 500 giants as Stanley Black & Decker, for which we have handled complex domestic and international acquisitions and dispositions for more than 40 years), private businesses, private equity funds and individuals and other buyers and sellers of businesses. Our work has encompassed deals ranging in value from the low millions of dollars to billions of dollars, involving cash, exchange of securities and various other types of consideration.

Our lawyers combine a commitment to exceptional service with good judgment, common sense and a practical approach to get the deal done. We bring value to each transaction; we don’t believe in wasting time on obscure technical points or outrageous bargaining positions. We act quickly and effectively, understanding our client’s business objectives.

We coordinate the advice of colleagues on antitrust, environmental, labor and employment, ERISA, tax, intellectual property and similar issues for a value-added approach that gives clients access to all of the disciplines necessary to complete a transaction.