Bio

Cedric Powell is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group in the firm's Washington, D.C. office. He is a seasoned private equity, M&A attorney with extensive experience in middle market M&A transactions, representing private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, strategic acquirers, and founders in both buy-side and sell-side transactions. Cedric’s experience spans various industries, including aerospace and defense, manufacturing, food and beverage, national security, government services, retail, technology, chemical distribution, consumer packaged goods, grocery, third-party logistics, and healthcare to name a few. Additionally, Cedric regularly represents clients in various other corporate and transactional matters, including equity financings, strategic investments, joint ventures, and corporate governance. Cedric co-chairs the DC Office’s Diversity and Inclusion Office Working Group and the firm’s Black Lawyers Network. He also serves on the DC Office’s Recruiting Committee.