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Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Law Firm · Medium firm (21 to 100 attorneys) · Updated September 2026

Raleigh, NC Website 919.781.400030 people
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About Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

At Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton, attorneys advise private and public company buyers and sellers on business acquisitions and sales. The practice serves growth-oriented businesses across varied industries and transaction sizes. Its industry experience includes life sciences, software, and healthcare. The firm operates from Raleigh, North Carolina. Transaction teams begin with preparation and deal structuring, then conduct due diligence. They draft and negotiate definitive agreements for the transaction. Their work continues through closing and post-closing advice.

Who is a good fit for Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

  • Buyers and sellers of life sciences, software, or healthcare businesses seeking acquisition counsel.
  • Private equity funds pursuing leveraged buyouts or recapitalizations.
  • Boards of directors and special committees seeking counsel on merger transactions.

Service areas

North Carolina

Professionals at Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Alessandra L. Deiorio

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Alexander J. Wilson

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Allie L. Coggins

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

C. Joseph DelPapa

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationTransaction tax structuring

Christie A. Hartinger

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

David P. Creekman

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Nationwide

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationLegal due diligence

Ellenor B. Knight

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

J. Christopher Lynch

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Jack R. Magee

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

James M. Yates, Jr.

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Joseph A. Kimmet

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationTransaction tax structuring

Joshua J. Otto

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Kenneth E. Eheman Jr.

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Kurt R. Dumaw

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationCommercial leases and lease assignments

Larry E. Robbins

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Lauryl E. Fright

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Lorna A. Knick

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representation

Matt J. Hartburg

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationAsset purchase agreements

Matthew J. Higgins

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Michael E. Kohagen

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationAsset purchase agreements

Michael R. Frongello

Attorney | Director of Talent, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Nicole Henderson

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representation

Robert E. Futrell, Jr.

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

S. Blake Leger

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Sadie E. Short

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Stephen C. Brissette

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Tim E. Emmet

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Timothy J. Spiegel

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structures

Todd H. Eveson

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation

Victoria E. Barquin

Attorney, Attorney · Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton

Raleigh, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton handles mergers, stock purchases and sales, and asset purchases and sales. The firm also advises on leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, and joint ventures. Its transaction work includes spin-offs, split-offs, and club deals.

Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton supports transactions with tax, IP/licensing, and employee benefits counsel. The firm also addresses antitrust, privacy, and data security matters within its supporting practices.

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