Bio

Matt Hanley represents advertising holding companies and private companies of all sizes in acquisitions, sales and other related corporate matters. In large-scale, fast-paced transactions, his sense of urgency and responsiveness helps clients meet aggressive timelines and goals. Matt is a detail-oriented attorney who brings a practical and business-minded approach to transactions. Ever-attentive to organizational objectives, he ensures clients understand their risks and are equipped to make informed decisions. Matt knows that in many instances, clients seek long-term collaboration with the party on the other side of the transaction. His practical, solution-oriented advice makes that possible while keeping both parties focused on common goals and closing the deal on time. In large M&A transactions with multiple stakeholders and many moving parts, Matt focuses on meeting his clients’ timelines and goals. He leads many aspects of a transaction, including drafting and negotiating a wide range of purchase, shareholder, employment and protective covenant agreements. In negotiations, his clear and straightforward explanation of complex legal issues helps clients weigh the risks and rewards of their strategy. While overseeing large due diligence teams, he uncovers material issues and resolves concerns quickly. Before Davis+Gilbert, Matt was an associate in the capital markets group of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett.