About
George Cobane represents private equity sponsors in leveraged buyouts. An associate in the corporate department at Honigman LLP, he also represents their portfolio companies and closely held businesses. He covers mergers, acquisitions, and growth equity investments for the same clients. He earned his J.D. and an M.B.A. at Wayne State University and a B.A. at the University of Michigan. Along with day-to-day corporate work for his clients, he handles the sale transactions they take on.
Who is a good fit for George Cobane
- Private equity sponsors pursuing a leveraged buyout.
- Portfolio companies entering a growth equity investment.
- Owners of closely held businesses planning a sale.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Wayne State University Law School, J.D.
- Wayne State University, M.B.A.
- University of Michigan, B.A.
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, 2024-2027, Recognized in the area of Corporate Law, 2024-2027; Recognized in the area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2027
- Michigan Super Lawyers, Recognized as a Rising Star, 2026
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationPrivate equity platform and add-on deals
Representative matters
As described on the firm’s website.
- Represented private equity sponsor in the sale of composite matting systems manufacturer
- Represented HVAC products manufacturer and its private equity sponsor in the acquisition of air distribution products manufacturer
- Represented private equity sponsor in the acquisition of data management, analytics and market program management provider
- Represented private equity sponsor in its acquisition of mechanical services contractor including subsequent add-on acquisitions
- Represented private equity sponsor in its acquisition of electrical contractor including subsequent add-on acquisitions
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional