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Our clients benefit from direct engagement by partners with deep transactional experience, supporting associate teams, clear channels of communication, and the firm’s full suite of resources, including expertise provided by our tax, benefits, and intellectual property teams. Clients value our nimble, team-minded approach, our knack for creatively removing obstacles, and our commitment to closing deals.
We bring a practical approach to each transaction and pair pioneering legal approaches with sophisticated, efficient tax-structuring to maximize deal values. Our prior successes representing mature, multi-billion-dollar corporations, privately held companies, funds, and growing companies across a wide range of traditional and emerging industries allow us to speak the same language as our broad base of clients and help them identify opportunities, achieve business objectives, manage risk, and proactively plan for the future.
Sullivan’s presence in the U.S., Israel and the United Kingdom enables us to lead seamless cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. With lawyers on the ground in multiple continents, and a particular expertise with in-bound transactions from Israel, Ireland, and the Nordic Region, we provide international and domestic clients with instant access to our connections in the wider business community to drive their business forward and develop new opportunities.
Our broad client base includes established companies that value us as business partners, growing companies that are seeking our particular expertise, and emerging companies that appreciate our pragmatic and cost-efficient approach. We provide top-level service to all of our clients, regardless of their size.
Our M&A practice handles public-to-public mergers for our established REIT clients and investment management clients, high profile transactions in the technology, manufacturing, biotechnology and life sciences, digital health, Web3 and blockchain, and data analytics and software sectors, and innovative deals in the emerging fields of fintech and qualified opportunity zone businesses.
Sullivan is one of the few U.S. firms with an office in Israel. Our strategically located offices, including Tel Aviv, the hub of Israel’s high-tech economy, and London, serve as gateways for public and private companies, entrepreneurs, investors, funds and other professionals from Israel, Ireland, and the Nordic Region to gain entry into the U.S. market through M&A transactions.
Our clients benefit from direct engagement by partners with deep transactional experience, supporting associate teams, clear channels of communication, and the firm’s full suite of resources, including expertise provided by our tax, benefits, and intellectual property teams. Clients value our nimble, team-minded approach, our knack for creatively removing obstacles, and our commitment to closing deals.
We bring a practical approach to each transaction and pair pioneering legal approaches with sophisticated, efficient tax-structuring to maximize deal values. Our prior successes representing mature, multi-billion-dollar corporations, privately held companies, funds, and growing companies across a wide range of traditional and emerging industries allow us to speak the same language as our broad base of clients and help them identify opportunities, achieve business objectives, manage risk, and proactively plan for the future.
Sullivan’s presence in the U.S., Israel and the United Kingdom enables us to lead seamless cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. With lawyers on the ground in multiple continents, and a particular expertise with in-bound transactions from Israel, Ireland, and the Nordic Region, we provide international and domestic clients with instant access to our connections in the wider business community to drive their business forward and develop new opportunities.
Our broad client base includes established companies that value us as business partners, growing companies that are seeking our particular expertise, and emerging companies that appreciate our pragmatic and cost-efficient approach. We provide top-level service to all of our clients, regardless of their size.
Our M&A practice handles public-to-public mergers for our established REIT clients and investment management clients, high profile transactions in the technology, manufacturing, biotechnology and life sciences, digital health, Web3 and blockchain, and data analytics and software sectors, and innovative deals in the emerging fields of fintech and qualified opportunity zone businesses.
Sullivan is one of the few U.S. firms with an office in Israel. Our strategically located offices, including Tel Aviv, the hub of Israel’s high-tech economy, and London, serve as gateways for public and private companies, entrepreneurs, investors, funds and other professionals from Israel, Ireland, and the Nordic Region to gain entry into the U.S. market through M&A transactions.
Sullivan represented Horizon Beverage Group Inc., one of New England’s premier alcohol distributors, in its sale to Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol. The acquisition marks an exciting expansion for Southern Glazer’s, adding Massachusetts and Rhode Island as the 46th and 47th markets in its U.S. footprint, alongside operations in Canada and the Caribbean.
“We are grateful to Horizon’s employees, customers, and partners for so many years of success, and this transition represents an even brighter future for all,” said Bob Epstein, CEO/President at Horizon. “We’re confident that Southern Glazer’s strength and scale will not only support a smooth integration, but also create new opportunities for growth and success.”
“We’re committed to maintaining the exceptional service that Horizon is known for while bringing the added benefits of being part of the Southern Glazer’s family,” added Jim Rubenstein, CEO/Treasurer at Horizon. “This partnership ensures stability and growth for all stakeholders and strengthens our ability to deliver value across the board.”
Lewis N. Segall, Charles E. Chambers Jr., Ida J. Vanto, Sharon G. Leifer, Steven M. Cunningham, Jr. and Christopher C. Curtis
Sullivan represented Wonder Media Network (WMN), a female-founded, audio-first creative studio based in New York City, in its sale to Acast, the world’s largest independent podcast company. "WMN’s mission is so tightly aligned with that of Acast - bringing important and changemaking stories to the world," said WMN CEO Jenny Kaplan. "Together, we will allow both creators and advertisers to reach new audiences, build successful businesses, and shape the future of audio."
Lewis N. Segall, Joel R. Carpenter, Amy E. Sheridan, Erika L. Todd, Johanna Colpritt and Nathan Kosik-Desmond
Sullivan represented Novomatic digital division Greentube in its acquisition of San Francisco-based Present Creative. Novomatic, an international gambling company, has announced its intention to expand into the U.S., and Sullivan serves as M&A deal counsel. Greentube’s acquisition of Present Creative, Greentube’s first US acquisition, was completed in November 2022. The acquisition will see Greentube further expand its presence in the U.S., where it has made significant inroads over the last 12 months, with the supplier bolstering its local product offering.
Benjamin J. Armour and Johanna Colpritt
The environmental technology company, Nederman Holding AB, represented by Sullivan, recently acquired a leading industrial air filtration company RoboVent, significantly strengthening its North American position by becoming the number one player within the U.S. weld fume extraction segment. Sullivan has provided acquisition advice to Nederman since 2017. Sullivan’s Environment & Natural Resources group handled preparation of environmental provisions of the purchase agreement and disclosure schedules and advised as to regulatory compliance at the target company.
Michael J. Student, Avinash R. Rao, Amy E. Sheridan, Erika L. Todd, Douglas S. Stransky and Ida J. Vanto
Sullivan represented Admiral Metals who was acquired by Reliance Steel & Aluminium Co. (NYSE: RS). “Admiral Metals has built a strong reputation in the metals industry for providing specialty products, high levels of customer service and next-day delivery,” commented Jim Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer of Reliance. “We believe this acquisition will enable Admiral Metals to leverage Reliance’s scale in order to capitalize on further growth opportunities while maintaining its strong brand recognition. We are excited to welcome Admiral Metals to the Reliance Family of Companies, our 70th acquisition since our 1994 IPO.”
Lewis N. Segall, Victor N. Baltera and Sharon G. Leifer
Sullivan represented Masy Systems Inc. ("Masy" or "Masy BioServices"), a preferred provider of cGMP Biostorage and pharma support services, in the sale of its Masy to Alcami Corporation, a leading pharmaceutical and biotech contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO).
Lewis N. Segall and Steven M. Cunningham, Jr.
In November 2021, Sullivan together with its clients Merger & Acquisition Services, Inc., and International Transportation Marine Office, LLC (ITMA) received the Cross-Border Deal of the Year ($50 to $100 million) Award, at the 20th Annual M&A Advisor Awards in New York City. The award was given for the sale of ITMA to MS Amlin Underwriting Limited, a UK company. Don Kaitz retained his role as chairman of Arizona-headquartered ITMA, and the business continued to be led by Eric Kaitz, Chief Executive Officer. Earlier in 2021, Douglas Stransky and Michael Student, along with Merger & Acquisition Services Inc., advised ITMA and the Kaitzes.
Partner and head of Sullivan's International Tax Group, Douglas Stransky, commented, "We are thrilled to receive this honor and be together in-person with our clients and friends, Merger & Acquisition Services, Inc. and Don and Eric Kaitz, and proud to have collaborated with them on this sale."
Douglas S. Stransky and Michael J. Student
Simon Cook, in his role as ITFA's Head of Education, will jointly moderate a Q&A on “The next generation: Three emerging leaders, three ideas”, together with Charlie O'Mulloy, chair of ITFA’s Emerging Leader Committee and Associate Banker at EBRD, at ITFA’s 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference in Split, Croatia on September 9. The Q&A will follow the presentations made by the finalists of the 2026 ITFA Emerging Leader
New York City Department of Finance (“NYC DOF”) recently began notifying property owners by mail that they may be subject to the City’s new Non-Primary Residence Surcharge, which will be imposed annually on certain high-value residential properties that are not used as primary residences.[i] Although the surcharge is commonly referred to as the “Pied-à-Terre Tax,” it applies to a broader range of non-primary residences. Receipt of a notice does not necessarily
On July 29, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") notified Nasdaq that it had received notices of intention to petition for review of the SEC's July 22, 2026 order approving Nasdaq's proposed rule change requiring listed companies to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities ("MVLS") of $5 million. Pursuant to Rule 431(e) of the SEC's Rules of Practice, the July 22, 2026 approval order has been
On July 22, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) approved Nasdaq's amended proposed rule for a new continued listing requirement requiring Nasdaq-listed companies to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities (“MVLS”) of $5 million. The SEC approved the proposal as modified by Amendment No. 1 following a lengthy process that generated significant comments from market participants, issuers, investors, exchanges, law firms, and industry groups. The new rule
Douglas S. Stransky, partner and leader of the Tax Practice Group, has published a new post on the LexisNexis blog examining a recurring problem in cross-border acquisitions: entity classification errors discovered in tax due diligence. Using a hypothetical fact pattern in which a target’s foreign subsidiary never filed its check-the-box election, the post explains why classification mistakes persist, how a missing Form 5471 can leave the assessment statute open indefinitely under
Geoffrey Wynne will participate in a panel discussion at ITFA's 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference alongside Ailsa McNeil, Director at Texel, and Hernan Mayol, Board Member and Representative of ITFA Americas and Chair of ITFA’s Latin America Regional Committee (LARC). The session, titled “Financing the future: From defence to critical raw materials,” will be moderated by Clarissa Dann, Editorial Director at Deutsche Bank AG. The session will explore how trade
Sullivan & Worcester represented long-term client Olibra LLC, the owner of the Bond smart-home connectivity platform, in its acquisition by Somfy Group, a global leader in the motorization and automation of openings and closures for homes and buildings. Bond will continue to operate independently under its existing leadership team while benefiting from Somfy's global resources, industry expertise and long-term investment. The transaction brings together Somfy's expertise in motorization and automation with
Boston, MA – Sullivan & Worcester has announced that the firm and its attorneys have been highly ranked in the 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide. In the 2026 Guide, the firm and partner Carole Bass were again ranked in the Private Wealth Law: Mid-Market – New York category, with partner Douglas Schneidman newly ranked. Rankings are based on extensive research and interviews with peers and clients around the country.
Boston, MA – Sullivan & Worcester has been selected by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly for its "Empowering Women" award for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing the firm’s ongoing commitment to elevating, supporting, and empowering women in the legal profession. The annual recognition honors law firms that have demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting women in the profession by fostering opportunities for leadership, professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. “This honor underscores Sullivan’s long-term dedication
Geoffrey Wynne will present a breakout session, together with Paul Coles of Orbian, at ITFA's 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference, titled: “From template to transaction: What works, what doesn’t, what banks change.” The session will explore how banks and market participants use ITFA templates and guidance in live trade finance transactions. Using concrete case examples, the session will examine where standard documentation works well, where it needs to be adapted and
Simon Cook, in his role as ITFA's Head of Education, will jointly moderate a Q&A on “The next generation: Three emerging leaders, three ideas”, together with Charlie O'Mulloy, chair of ITFA’s Emerging Leader Committee and Associate Banker at EBRD, at ITFA’s 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference in Split, Croatia on September 9. The Q&A will follow the presentations made by the finalists of the 2026 ITFA Emerging Leader
New York City Department of Finance (“NYC DOF”) recently began notifying property owners by mail that they may be subject to the City’s new Non-Primary Residence Surcharge, which will be imposed annually on certain high-value residential properties that are not used as primary residences.[i] Although the surcharge is commonly referred to as the “Pied-à-Terre Tax,” it applies to a broader range of non-primary residences. Receipt of a notice does not necessarily
On July 29, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") notified Nasdaq that it had received notices of intention to petition for review of the SEC's July 22, 2026 order approving Nasdaq's proposed rule change requiring listed companies to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities ("MVLS") of $5 million. Pursuant to Rule 431(e) of the SEC's Rules of Practice, the July 22, 2026 approval order has been
On July 22, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) approved Nasdaq's amended proposed rule for a new continued listing requirement requiring Nasdaq-listed companies to maintain a minimum Market Value of Listed Securities (“MVLS”) of $5 million. The SEC approved the proposal as modified by Amendment No. 1 following a lengthy process that generated significant comments from market participants, issuers, investors, exchanges, law firms, and industry groups. The new rule
Douglas S. Stransky, partner and leader of the Tax Practice Group, has published a new post on the LexisNexis blog examining a recurring problem in cross-border acquisitions: entity classification errors discovered in tax due diligence. Using a hypothetical fact pattern in which a target’s foreign subsidiary never filed its check-the-box election, the post explains why classification mistakes persist, how a missing Form 5471 can leave the assessment statute open indefinitely under
Geoffrey Wynne will participate in a panel discussion at ITFA's 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference alongside Ailsa McNeil, Director at Texel, and Hernan Mayol, Board Member and Representative of ITFA Americas and Chair of ITFA’s Latin America Regional Committee (LARC). The session, titled “Financing the future: From defence to critical raw materials,” will be moderated by Clarissa Dann, Editorial Director at Deutsche Bank AG. The session will explore how trade
