John-Paul G. Haskins
Partner, Attorney at Ashurst Perkins Coie
American Bar Association, MemberTexas Bar Association, MemberWorks with buyers
About
John-Paul G. Haskins, a Dallas partner at Ashurst Perkins Coie, draws on his experience in entrepreneurship through acquisition to represent searchers, the investors who fund searches, and the companies searchers acquire, at every stage. On purchases, sales, restructurings, and financings, his clients also include independent sponsors, family offices, private equity funds, and strategic investors, and he serves as outside counsel to portfolio companies. He earned his J.D. at Baylor University School of Law in 2016. He also advises on fund formation, fundraising, structuring, and company operations, and he guides search fund companies through the exit that ends a search.
Who is a good fit for John-Paul G. Haskins
- Searchers buying a company with capital from search fund investors.
- Private equity funds and independent sponsors acquiring or selling a company.
- Family offices pursuing a restructuring or a financing alongside a purchase.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Baylor University School of Law, J.D., 2016
- University of Texas at Austin, B.A., 2012
- Bar admissions
- Texas
Recognition
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch in Corporate Law, 2023-2026; Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2021-2026; Securities / Capital Markets Law, 2026
- Listed by Super Lawyers Magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, "Rising Stars," 2024-2026
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationSearch fund and independent sponsor representation
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional