Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Noted for its significant private equity dimension, Bass, Berry & Sims PLC’s M&A practice had a banner year for healthcare-related private equity transactions during 2024. Other sector strong suits for the Nashville-based group include manufacturing, technology, and transport. Michael Holley chairs the overarching corporate and securities department and specializes in advising private equity clients, strategic investors, and portfolio companies on middle-market M&A deals. Ryan Thomas spearheads the private equity team and is noted for his formidable record in healthcare transactions. Angela Humphreys chairs the healthcare practice and focuses exclusively on M&A involving the healthcare and life sciences spheres. Page Davidson maintains a broad M&A practice, with experience in representing public and private companies on buy- and sell-side transactions across the life sciences, hospitality, technology, and retail sectors, among others. Riney Green, whose clients include companies and private equity sponsors, is also recommended.