Bio

Matthew Barnett is a partner in the Firm's Mergers & Acquisitions practice group. He focuses on advising both corporate and private equity buyers and sellers in all phases of the mergers and acquisitions process as well as in equity investments and joint ventures. Matthew also advises issuers and underwriters in various types of public and private securities offerings, including initial public offerings, primary and secondary offerings, as well as advising on general corporate governance and compliance related to these transactions. He also maintains a finance and restructuring practice where he represents lenders and borrowers in secured and unsecured debt financing and represents clients in connection with in-court and out-of-court restructurings. Matthew was a named a “Rising Star” by Southern California Super Lawyers (2018-2020).