About Jeffrey R. Patt
Jeffrey Patt represents entrepreneurs, high-growth companies and the investors who invest in these companies. Jeff regularly handles complex and strategic financial M&A transactions and recapitalizations, serves as board and special committee counsel in going-private and related-party transactions, and represents management teams and executives in change in control transactions.
A pragmatic approach to complex deals
Jeff represents a wide range of clients in a variety of corporate matters, including debt and equity capital transactions, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate governance matters. He has been recognized by The Legal 500 US and Chambers USA for his middle-market M&A practice and by Chambers USA for his work with startups and emerging companies. According to Chambers USA, clients say Jeff is “brilliant,” “a great strategist and thought partner," and that he "brings exceptional legal and commercial advice. “Clients rely on his candor and efficient problem-solving.
"When you are dealing with really complex matters, you need someone who has seen the world over years, especially in the VC arena. That person is Jeff."
Chambers USA 2026
(USA - Nationwide, Startups & Emerging Companies) survey response
Practice Focus
- Entrepreneurs, including high-growth companies and family-owned businesses
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Capital raising, including venture capital and mezzanine financings
- Corporate governance
- Management representations
Representative Experience
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Publications
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March 12, 2026
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May 12, 2023
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December 27, 2022
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October 14, 2021
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August 16, 2021
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2011Stockholders' Agreements Line by Line: A Detailed Look at Stockholders' Agreements and How to Change Them to Meet Your Clients' Needs
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May 15, 2009
Quick Reads
Presentations and Events
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April 21, 2026Speaker | Transition Playbook: When the Founder or Controlling Owner Dies
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February 23, 2026A First Look at the Startups Redefining the Future of Mobility, Energy & AI | Drive TLV and WheelsCo-host
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April 29, 2025
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April 16, 2024Panelist | Family Business Transition Planning
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May 2, 2023Presenter
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April 25, 2023
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September 22, 2022
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June 11, 2019Confidentiality, Liability and Privilege – Legal Issues for the BoardPresenter
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January 12, 2018Governance ConsiderationsPresenter
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