Choate, Hall & Stewart

Choate, Hall & Stewart’s Boston-based M&A practice is underpinned by its robust private equity prowess and it enjoys close relationships with major private equity funds, including Bain Capital, and their portfolio companies. The team is chiefly recognized for its experience in the technology and life sciences arenas, while it additionally brings to bear significant cross-border firepower, with a focus on deals involving Canada, Israel and Europe. John Pitfield specializes in advising private equity clients on M&A transactions and co-heads the team alongside seasoned senior counsel Brian Goldstein, who is noted for deals involving the life sciences, healthcare and medical device industries. The group also draws on corporate and securities partner Tobin Sullivan, who handles a mix of private equity and M&A work with an emphasis on the life sciences and technology spheres. In March 2024, the team welcomed a trio of M&A and private equity specialists from Lowenstein Sandler LLP: Chris Henry, Andy Erdmann, and Sabrina Cua all have experience in representing funds, companies, and investors in corporate transactions.