Josef (Joe) Volman

Josef (Joe) Volman is a prominent lawyer and co-chair of the Boston office at Blank Rome LLP.1 With over 30 years of experience, he has established himself as a go-to lawyer in the middle-market community, particularly in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).1

Professional Expertise

Joe Volman specializes in:

• Mid-market mergers and acquisitions
• Representing entrepreneurs and investors
• Advising startups and emerging companies
• Working with private equity and venture capital funds
• Assisting small and mid-cap public companies

He is known for his creative, results-driven approach and operates as a strategic adviser to his clients.1 Over the past decade, Joe has closed more than 100 middle-market M&A transactions with a total deal value exceeding $1.5 billion.1

Industry Focus

Joe has deep understanding of several dynamic sectors, including:

• Technology (particularly SaaS and FinTech)
• Business and professional services
• Consumer businesses
• Life sciences
• Manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Sports
• Food & beverage
• Hospitality

Recognition and Achievements

Joe Volman has received numerous accolades for his work:

• Named a "Go To Business Transactions Lawyer" by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly in 20241
• Listed in Lawdragon 500 Leading Dealmaker in 20241
• Recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" for Business Organizations by The Best Lawyers in America© in 20241
• Consistently listed as a Best Lawyer in Business Organizations by The Best Lawyers in America© from 2013 to 20241

Professional Affiliations and Community Involvement

Outside of his legal practice, Joe is actively involved in various professional and community organizations:

• Served as president of the Boston chapter of Association for Corporate Growth (ACG)1
• Former president of the board of Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Metrowest1
• Lecturer in the Entrepreneurship Program at Tufts University's Gordon Institute, teaching Business Law for Entrepreneurs1

Joe Volman's LinkedIn profile confirms his role as a Partner at Blank Rome LLP and his location in Boston, Massachusetts.2 In May 2024, he announced that he and his team of 25 lawyers were joining Blank Rome to start the firm's Boston office.3