Bio

Max Schleusener advises companies and private equity sponsors on a range of transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance matters. Mr. Schleusener delivers pragmatic counsel to public and private companies, private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies. Combining experience in M&A and general corporate matters, he develops business-oriented strategies for clients’ most critical transactions. Mr. Schleusener regularly advises on both bet-the-company M&A transactions, including mergers of equals, as well as complex carve-outs and joint ventures. His experience in domestic and multi-jurisdictional transactions spans a multitude of industries, from the insurance, automotive, and manufacturing sectors to professional services and pharmaceuticals. Mr. Schleusener also handles a variety of general corporate matters on behalf of public and private companies. He brings particular experience navigating thorny governance issues arising in joint ventures and whole company business combinations, including cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, Mr. Schleusener counsels clients on shareholder activism and defense.