Louis Rappaport

M&A, Private Equity and Corporate Partner at Blank Rome LLP -- Chair, Corporate, M&A & Securities Practice

Lou Rappaport, the Chair of the Corporate, M&A and Securities practice at Blank Rome, has extensive experience in private equity and strategic transactions. He specializes in mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, corporate carveouts, and distressed transactions, representing various clients including private equity fund sponsors and strategic buyers. Lou has successfully closed deals in diverse sectors like technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and business services. His expertise lies in assembling efficient teams to help clients achieve their business goals. Beyond transactional work, he provides general corporate counseling, advises on corporate governance, shareholder relations, and business disputes. Lou's skill set extends to financing, IP licensing, tech transfer, and executive compensation matters, along with business formation, strategy, and planning. He guides investors and owners of emerging businesses on equity financing and venture capital investments. Lou holds a JD from Villanova University and a BS in Finance and Economics from the University of Delaware.