R+C Plays Key Advisory Role in Keywords Studios’ Acquisition of Helpshift, Inc.

Keywords Studios (Keywords), an international technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry, announced that it has conditionally agreed to acquire Helpshift Inc., a privately held, consumer-facing digital platform that develops mobile customer support software, for up to $75 million. Keywords is being advised by a team of Robinson+Cole lawyers, including Business Transactions Group co-chair Brian Flaherty, Adam Anderson, Jonathan Cabot, Virginia McGarrity, Jacqueline Pennino Scheib, Nicole Diodati, Michael Kearney and Katherine Skonberg. The deal, first reported in Law360 on December 5, 2022, is expected to close before the end of the year. The proposed buyout will involve a portion of the purchase price to be paid upon satisfaction of certain conditions and financial performance metrics. Established in 1998, Keywords has more than 70 facilities in 26 countries in Asia, Australia, the Americas and Europe.

Business Transactions Team Represents Hydrofera, LLC in Sale to Essity

Robinson+Cole’s Business Transactions Team represented Hydrofera, LLC, a U.S. company based in Manchester, Connecticut, and the developer of Hydrofera Blue Antibacterial Wound Dressing, an advanced line of wound care products designed to shorten healing times, lower treatment costs, and deliver better patient outcomes, in connection with its sale to Essity, a global hygiene and health company based in Stockholm, Sweden. Our team included Adam Anderson, Christine Bromberg, Rachel Kushel, Ryan Leichsenring, John Lynch, Virginia McGarrity, Kathy Porter, Jacqueline Pennino Scheib, Emilee Scott, Kiernan Ignacio, Patrick Mulpeter, Kayla O'Leary and Kayla West. Read more about the transaction in the press release.

 

Business Transactions Team Represents SmartEquip in Sale to Ritchie Bros.

Robinson+Cole’s Business Transactions Team represented SmartEquip, Inc., a multi-manufacturer technology platform that provides customers with service and diagnostic support to each asset in their fleet, as well as enabling the electronic procurement of parts from OEMs and their dealers, in connection with its sale to Ritchie Bros., a global asset management and disposition company, for a purchase price of approximately $175 million. The R+C team included Adam Anderson, Stephen E. Cooper, Jacqueline Pennino Scheib, Virginia E. McGarrity, Christopher F. Homsy, Kayla C. O’Leary, Kathleen M. Porter, Michael J. Kearney, Jr. and Eric M. Kogan. The sale closed on November 2, 2021. Read more about the transaction.   

Transactional Health Law Team Represents ViaQuest in Significant Investment Agreement

Robinson+Cole’s Transactional Health Law Group, led by co-chair Leslie J. Levinson, represented ViaQuest Holdings, Ltd. (ViaQuest) as legal counsel in connection with investment in the healthcare services provider by Council Capital, a healthcare-focused private equity firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. The R+C team also included Adam Anderson, Christine Bromberg, Ian Clarke-Fisher, Frank Eucalitto, Michael Kearney, Eric Kogan, Michael Lisitano, Virginia McGarrity, Kit Peabody, Kathryn Rattigan and Emilee Mooney Scott. ViaQuest, headquartered in Dublin,Ohio, is a leading provider of quality, highly-individualized and specialized cost-effective care, solutions and services focused on individuals with development disabilities; hospice care; and behavioral and mental health. All are seen as growing areas of the healthcare market. ViaQuest operates in Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Read the Press Release HERE.

Eric Keen, General Partner at Council Capital, was enthusiastic about the alignment of the two companies, seeing a good fit with Council Capital’s mandate of investing “on the right side of change” – where growth accelerates as cost pressure and quality demands increase. The private equity firm leverages its Council Model, which draws upon the experience and resources of its CEO Council, Strategic Healthcare Investors, and Value Creation Team, to attract and support leading management teams and portfolio companies. Keen noted that ViaQuest is “highly regarded and well-positioned within its service specialties.”

ViaQuest founder and CEO, Rich Johnson, will remain a significant investor and continue to lead the management team. Johnson said Council Capital’s “experience in our markets and the expertise and support provided through their CEO Council…and network of portfolio companies” were significant attractions that will support ViaQuest’s mission of offering “health, happiness and hope” as it continues to grow. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. This is the first platform investment from Council Capital IV, a $200 million fund that closed in November 2020.

Adam Anderson and Nathaniel Arden Facilitate "Contracts 101" workshop

Adam Anderson and Nathaniel Arden facilitated the workshop “Contracts 101: Drafting and Negotiating Tips and Strategies” in Hartford, Connecticut on April 24, 2019. The event was sponsored by the MIT Enterprise Forum Connecticut. On any given day, a company might need to write, sign or negotiate a number of different contract types. “Contracts 101” presented the basics on the elements of an agreement and contract negotiation and offered critical tips and best practices to help save money and head off problems in both the short and long term. The workshop was the first in a series that will address legal, finance, strategy, operations, and marketing issues for startup founders. Robinson+Cole is a sponsor of the Connecticut Chapter of MIT Enterprise Forum.  

Adam Anderson Participates in Mock Negotiation

Business Transactions Group lawyer Adam Anderson was part of a panel of transaction professionals that participated in a mock negotiation on February 2, 2018 in Stamford, Connecticut for members of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and the Exit Planning Exchange (XPX). The mock negotiation was based upon a case study, and Mr. Anderson served as the seller’s counsel in the sale of a closely held business. The mock negotiation highlighted how parties address certain deal terms and issues that arise during the sale of a business.

Adam Anderson Serves as Panelist for Exit Planning Meeting

Business Transactions Group lawyer Adam Anderson was among the panelists who presented during the “Good Fences Make Good Neighbors” meeting, which took place on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at The Hartford Club. The event was presented by the Connecticut Chapter of the Exit Planning Exchange (XPX CT), a multi-disciplinary community of professional advisors who work collaboratively to help owners build valuable businesses and assist them in preparing and executing a successful transition. Mr. Anderson served as a panelist for the program on “Key Elements of Proper Corporate Governance Documentation.” The program emphasized the importance of including rights and restrictions in a company’s corporate governance documents to ensure that the business stays on track, partners remain partners, and the exit process is streamlined.

Adam Anderson Serves as Panelist for Transactional Practices Discussion

Business transactions lawyer Adam Anderson participated in the panel session "Discussion on Challenges in Transactional Practices and Responding to Changing Client Demands," hosted by Thomson Reuters on November 12, 2015. Along with fellow panelists Matthew J. Hoberman, a lawyer with Rome McGuigan, P.C., and Vi R. Smalley, general counsel at Conning; and moderator Renee Karibi-Whyte, J.D., of Thomson Reuters, Mr. Anderson examined the transactional legal landscape, recent trends, and responses to evolving challenges.

Robinson & Cole Lawyers Participate in Connecticut Innovation Summit

Business transactions lawyers Stephen E. Cooper, Eric J. Dale, Matthew J. Guanci, Mitchell L. Lampert, and Adam Anderson participated as mentors at the Connecticut Technology Council Innovation Summit on November 7, 2013, at the Toyota Oakdale Theater in Wallingford, Connecticut. Entrepreneurs met one-on-one with mentors of their choosing to share experience, knowledge, and expertise.

Chambers USA Recognizes Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Practice Groups

The legal directory Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized Robinson+Cole in six practice area categories in its 2016 edition and has individually recognized 19 of the firm's lawyers, including one lawyer recognized nationwide.
Robinson+Cole earned rankings in each of the practice areas that Chambers USA covers in Connecticut: Corporate/M&A, Environment, Healthcare, Labor & Employment, Litigation: General Commercial, and Real Estate.
See the full press release for the list of Robinson+Cole lawyers included in Chambers USA 2016.

Robinson+Cole Elects New Partners and Counsel

Robinson+Cole is pleased to announce the election of four new partners and the promotion of two associates to counsel, effective January 1, 2016. The new partners are Adam Anderson, Megan E. Baroni, Britt-Marie K. Cole-Johnson, and April F. Condon. The new counsel are Alaine C. Doolan and Michele L. Maresca.
"These six lawyers have made significant contributions to our clients and to our firm's successes and it is a pleasure to congratulate them on their well-deserved promotions," said John B. Lynch Jr., managing partner. "They provide exceptional service and value to our clients and offer a deep knowledge in their respective legal fields."

Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

A total of 54 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named Super Lawyers® in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island for 2015. The Super Lawyers designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas.
In addition, 21 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.” Read an explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology here. See the list of included lawyers in the news release.

Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers

A total of 54 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named Super Lawyers® in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York for 2014.The Super Lawyers® designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas.

In addition, 21 attorneys at the firm were recognized as "Rising Stars." Read an explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology here.

To see the recognized attorneys and their areas of practice, click here.

Robinson & Cole Elects Four New Partners and Promotes Six Counsel

Robinson & Cole is pleased to announce the election of four new partners and the promotion of six new counsel. The new partners are Matthew J. Lawlor, Brian D. Nichols, John E. O'Brien, Jr., and Todd R. Regan. The new counsel are Adam Anderson, Stephen O. Clancy, Dana M. Horton, Leigh K. Hughes, Benjamin C. Jensen, and Timothy C. Twardowski. The promotions are effective January 1, 2014.

"I am thrilled to congratulate our new partners and counsel," said John B. Lynch, Jr., managing partner. "These accomplished lawyers, from varied practice areas in our major markets, all have demonstrated a deep knowledge of their respective legal fields and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service and value to our clients. Their promotions position the firm to strengthen our client relationships even further and continue to enhance the depth of our practices."

Super Lawyers® Names 49 Robinson & Cole Attorneys to 2012 List and Recognizes 26 as Rising Stars

A total of 49 Robinson & Cole attorneys were named Super Lawyers® in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island for 2012. The Super Lawyers® designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas.

In addition, 26 attorneys at the firm were recognized as "Rising Stars." Read an explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology here.

Recognized attorneys and their areas of practice can be read in the full press release.