Chris Rose

Chris Rose is a partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP with a diverse transactional practice focusing on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), initial public offerings (IPOs), investments, joint ventures, and venture capital and private equity investments.1

Key Aspects of Chris Rose's Practice

Expertise Areas::

• Advising on public filings under federal securities laws
• Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), and NASDAQ requirements
• Corporate governance matters
• Representing boards, investors, and their portfolio companies
• Helping clients navigate complex legal and business challenges

Industry Focus:: Chris has a specific focus on the technology and automotive industries.1

Recent Work and Recognition

• Advised on multiple mergers and acquisitions, corporate venture capital (CVC) investments, emerging company venture capital issuances, and private equity portfolio company transactions1
• Recognized as lead counsel for the Technology Sector 2024 Middle-Market Deal of the Year by Mergers & Acquisitions12
• Represented Cloud Light Technology in its $750 million sale to Lumentum Holdings, which was honored as the 2024 Middle-Market Deal of the Year in the technology sector2

Professional Background

Before joining Morgan Lewis, Chris:

• Was a partner in the emerging company and venture capital practice at another global law firm
• Served as associate general counsel at Fidelity National Financial, leading legal functions on numerous acquisitions
• Worked as general counsel and senior vice president of corporate development at CODA Holdings, an electric vehicle manufacturer1

Chris Rose's extensive experience and expertise in complex transactions, particularly in the technology and automotive sectors, make him a valuable asset to Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP and their clients.