About Jesse O'Connell

Jesse O'Connell focuses his practice on representing private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies in a variety of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, sale transactions, recapitalizations, growth equity financings, joint ventures, carveouts and management equity arrangements.

Navigating complex legal waters with precision and thoughtfulness

Jesse has experience across a wide range of industries, including technology, health care, industrials, consumer products and business services. His pragmatic approach to complex legal issues allows him to help clients maximize opportunity and value on their transactional matters.

He is highly regarded for his ability to maintain a clear, level-headed perspective even in the most demanding situations. His technical skills, practical approach to solving complex problems, and collaborative attitude has made him a valuable resource for clients.

Jesse works diligently in each transaction to ensure that his client's interests are prioritized and protected. Clients appreciate his dedication to understanding each client's business objectives, repeatedly returning to Jesse for his dogged approach and tenacity in getting transactions over the finish line.

During law school, Jesse was an articles editor of the Brooklyn Law Review.

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Education
  • Brooklyn Law School, JD, magna cum laude
  • Cornell University, BS
Bar Admissions
  • New York
  • New Jersey