Matthew Fry

Matthew Fry is a partner and co-chair of the Capital Markets and Securities Practice Group at Haynes and Boone, LLP, based in the Dallas office.1 He specializes in securities and capital markets law, advising issuers, investors, and underwriters on various business transactions, with a focus on public and private securities offerings.1

Fry's expertise extends to:

1. SEC compliance and periodic reporting
2. Corporate governance
3. Venture capital financings
4. Public and private mergers and acquisitions
5. General corporate planning and representation1

He has been recognized for his work in securities and corporate finance, including:

• Texas Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2014-2021)
• D Magazine's "Best Lawyers in Dallas" for Corporate Securities/Capital Markets (2021-2024)1

Fry has represented clients in significant transactions, such as:

• Brand Engagement Network Inc.'s merger and public listing ($358 million implied equity value)
• The Beneficient Company Group, L.P.'s merger and public listing (over $3 billion implied equity value)
• WinVest Acquisition Corp.'s $115 million initial public offering1

He received his J.D. from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 2007, graduating cum laude and as a member of the Order of the Coif.1 Fry earned his B.B.A. in Finance and Economics from Baylor University in 2004, graduating magna cum laude.1