Perkins Coie adds three partners to expand M&A and Private Equity practices
Perkins Coie recently made an announcement welcoming Kyle Fox, Richard Dusenbury, and John-Paul (JP) Haskins as partners in Texas to bolster the firm’s Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity (PE) practices. Richard and JP have joined the Dallas office, while Kyle is now a part of the Austin office. The trio, previously with Greenberg Traurig, specialize in advising clients like private equity firms, venture-backed companies, and private businesses on mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other strategic deals.
Their inclusion significantly enhances Perkins Coie’s national and international corporate capabilities, specifically supporting high-growth companies, investors, and private equity funds in intricate cross-border transactions. Brian Eiting, firmwide co-chair of Perkins Coie’s Corporate practice, expressed enthusiasm about their arrival in Texas and the United States, noting their capacity to serve clients effectively in Europe as well.
The group boasts extensive experience across different sectors, ranging from startups to global business ventures, including but not limited to software and technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and engineering. Kyle emphasized their commitment to providing tailored solutions for private equity funds, portfolio companies, and other private entities, seamlessly integrating with Perkins Coie’s strengths in areas such as IP, litigation, employment, and data privacy.
In addition to M&A and private equity work, the new team will offer counsel on corporate governance and securities matters, ensuring a holistic approach to client service. The strategic alignment between Perkins Coie and the clients served by Kyle, Richard, and JP highlights their shared entrepreneurial ethos and adaptability to meet transactional demands effectively.
Kyle Fox, focusing on strategic transactions, navigates clients through financing, joint ventures, technology transfers, and licensing agreements. Richard Dusenbury specializes in M&A across industries like technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and apparel. Meanwhile, JP Haskins concentrates on M&A and private equity matters, advising on corporate governance, financing, dispositions, and restructurings. Each partner boasts a unique background, combining academic qualifications from reputable institutions like the University of Texas, Baylor University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Wisconsin.
Perkins Coie’s commitment to shaping the future of legal services for innovative companies shines through in these latest additions to their robust M&A and PE practices. With a blend of diverse expertise, they are poised to drive value for their clients across various industry verticals, reaffirming the firm’s reputation as a top-tier legal service provider.
