Michael represents private equity sponsors, pension plans and their portfolio companies in connection with acquisitions, dispositions, financings, restructurings and general corporate matters. He has extensive experience with leveraged buyouts, going-private transactions, minority investments, and frequently counsels clients on a variety of securities law and corporate governance matters.

Kris counsel’s public and private companies in their strategic acquisitions and exit events and provides day-to-day advice on corporate and strategic matters in a wide range of industries, including software, gaming, internet/e-commerce, artificial intelligence, social networking and life sciences. Throughout his career, Kris has completed more than 400 domestic and cross-border mergers. He previously co-chaired Fenwick’s M&A practice for 10 years and served as a member of the firm’s executive committee for 6 years.

What Kris enjoys about his career... I have the opportunity to work with the most cutting-edge companies in tech and life sciences alongside people who value creativity and problem solving. I represent entrepreneurs who value M&A counsel that understands both sides of an issue and collaborates effectively with other counsel to create a win-win for all parties.