David Yates

David Yates is an experienced corporate attorney and Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, based in Atlanta, Georgia.1 His practice focuses on complex business transactions, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and international corporate law.12

Professional Experience

David Yates joined Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a Shareholder in November 2018.1 Prior to this, he held the following positions:

• Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP (April 2006 - October 2018)
• Attorney at Locke Lord LLP (2003 - April 2006)
• Associate at Burr & Forman LLP (August 2001 - 2003)1

Expertise and Practice Areas

Yates specializes in:

• International and domestic mergers and acquisitions
• Divestitures and investments
• Joint ventures and strategic transactions
• Private equity transactions
• Cross-border complexities2

He advises a diverse clientele, including public and private companies, both domestic and international, as well as private equity funds and their portfolio companies.12

Education

David Yates holds the following degrees:

• JD from The University of Alabama School of Law (1997-2001)
• MBA from the University of Alabama, Manderson Graduate School of Business (1998-2001)
• Bachelor's degree from Yale University (1991-1995)1

Recognition and Leadership

Yates has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including:

• Listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2023-2025)
• Recognized in The Legal 500 Latin America for International Corporate/M&A (2012-2019)
• Listed in Chambers USA for Corporate/M&A in Georgia (2013-2016)2

He is also actively involved in professional and community organizations, serving as a trustee for the Ron Clark Academy and participating in various committees of the American Bar Association.23