Brooks B. Gruemmer

Expert guidance on a complex acquisition

Our mid-sized manufacturing company recently faced the daunting task of acquiring a key competitor. The deal structure was intricate, involving both asset purchase and a degree of seller financing. We engaged Brooks Gruemmer at McDermott Will & Schulte based on a colleague's strong recommendation, specifically citing his deep experience in mergers and acquisitions. From our initial consultation, it was clear we were in capable hands. Brooks's 35 years of practice, particularly his recognized work in leveraged buyouts and private equity, provided a strategic framework we lacked internally. He didn't just review documents; he anticipated potential regulatory hurdles and drafted clauses that protected our interests in scenarios we hadn't even considered. His calm, methodical approach from his University of Michigan Law School training was invaluable during tense negotiations. The transaction closed successfully, and the post-closing integration has been smooth thanks to his thorough diligence. If there was one minor critique, it would be that during the busiest two-week period, communication from his direct line could sometimes lag by half a day, requiring a follow-up to his excellent paralegal. That said, his substantive advice was always worth the wait. For any Chicago-area business navigating a significant corporate transaction, Brooks Gruemmer is a formidable and highly reliable asset.