William E. Mathias II

Mr. Mathias, a Retired Partner, advised clients on the formation and financing of business entities, and was involved in many merger and acquisition transactions. He has substantial experience in the public and private placement of debt and equity securities, and has worked with a number of private investors and venture capital and investment banking firms.

Mr. Mathias also advised boards and committees, as well as nonprofit organizations, on corporate governance and compliance.

Additionally, Mr. Mathias represented both commercial lenders and borrowers in structuring and closing secured loan transactions and workouts.

He had participated in a number of complex public-private financing transactions including the Buffalo Hyatt Regency and HSBC Arena projects.