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Rick Carlson

Partner, Attorney at Peterson Russell Kelly Livengood

Medium firm (21 to 100 attorneys)Bellevue, WA Website 425.990.4050
William & Mary Law Review, Executive Board, Student Articles EditorWashington State Bar AssociationBusiness Law Section, Executive Committee 2004-2011Bellevue Convention Center Authority, Board of Directors (2005-present)Eastside Heritage Center, Board of Trustees (2007- present)Works with buyers & sellers

About

Rick Carlson represents buyers and sellers in small business acquisitions and complex transactions involving international parties. He practices as a Partner at Peterson Russell Kelly Livengood. He helps clients structure deals, address financing, and minimize transaction risks. He also prepares and negotiates transaction documents. Rick has taught mergers and acquisitions as an adjunct professor at Seattle University Law School. His corporate finance experience includes private investment offerings for early-stage businesses and mature companies seeking expansion capital. He also advises companies on reorganizations and mergers. His acquisition work includes due diligence and preparation of transaction schedules.

Who is a good fit for Rick Carlson

  • Owners considering an asset sale who need counsel on the transaction.

Education and admissions

Education
  • The College of William and Mary, J.D., 1992
  • Washington State University, B.A., 1983
Bar admissions
Washington, California

Recognition

  • Phi Beta Kappa

Specialties

Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationLegal due diligenceEntity formation and holding structures

Deal profile

Typical deal size
Any deal size
Remote work
In-person / regional

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