Frank J. Manley

Expert M&A counsel for a complex business acquisition

Our company was navigating the acquisition of a key competitor in the automotive supply sector, a process fraught with intricate regulatory and financial complexities. We engaged Frank Manley at Bodman PLC based on his specific recognition in Mergers and Acquisitions Law. From our first meeting in his Ann Arbor office, it was clear we were in expert hands. Frank’s deep analytical skills, honed from his time at Harvard Law, were immediately applied to our deal structure. He didn't just review documents; he anticipated potential antitrust concerns and crafted innovative solutions for post-closing integration that protected our interests perfectly. His guidance through the due diligence phase was meticulous, and his negotiations were both firm and strategically brilliant. The recognition he has received from Best Lawyers is well-deserved, reflecting a practical, results-oriented approach that goes beyond theoretical knowledge. The transaction closed smoothly and on schedule, setting our company on a stronger growth trajectory. Frank’s professionalism, calm demeanor under pressure, and absolute command of M&A law were invaluable. I recommend him without reservation to any business facing a significant transaction in Michigan or beyond.