Bret Madole Bio

Bret is a seasoned corporate attorney who brings nearly 40 years of experience in general corporate matters, mergers and acquisitions, banking, and intellectual property. He advises individuals and companies from startup, implementing successful strategies for resolving issues with trademark, copyright, employment, licensing, governance, contracts, leases, mergers and acquisitions, and related matters. Bret serves a variety of clients, primarily middle market private companies and entrepreneurs, spanning across many industries, including advertising, marketing, construction, technology, sports, and product development. Clients rely on Bret to help them reach their commercial potential at all stages, from launch to exit. When clients are ready to sell their companies, Bret guides them through the valuation process, identifies and mitigates potential issues and problems, and positions them advantageously to get the optimal financial reward through the sale. Bret also excels at helping buyers on the private equity side of the equation. With an in-depth understanding of the needs of portfolio companies, Bret provides outstanding legal representation. He also handles many pre-bankruptcy workouts and identifies creative solutions during restructuring processes.