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    Ryan W. Cosmopulos

    Associate


    • Washington, DC
    • Office+1 202.585.8652
    • rcosmopulos@nixonpeabody.com
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    Introduction

    Ryan Cosmopulos is an associate in Nixon Peabody’s Corporate Transactions practice group. Ryan focuses his practice on business transactions, emerging companies, and general corporate work.

    Practice Areas

    Corporate & FinanceMergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Transactions Emerging Companies

    /My focus

    M&A and Corporate Transactions

    I represent public and private companies in a variety of matters, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, licensing, and other strategic transactions. I provide companies of all sizes with due diligence and early risk detection in M&A transactions, drafting transaction documents and facilitating closing and post-closing mechanics.

    Emerging Companies

    I counsel clients on various aspects of their early and mid-stage growth periods, including review of their Confidential Information Memorandum in preparation for pitches to raise additional capital or target a potential acquirer.

    General Corporate

    I counsel public and private companies on corporate and business law matters, with a focus on providing strategically drafted agreements, organizational documents, and resolutions.

    /Looking ahead

    M&A activity is expected to remain robust as market dynamics continue to evolve. The technology and software sectors are likely to experience sustained momentum, as businesses that drive operational efficiency and digital transformation continue to attract significant interest from buyers. Companies seeking to expand and enhance their offerings are increasingly targeting innovative tech-driven solutions, reflecting a heightened demand for digital capabilities across industries. This ongoing appetite for technology is shaping the competitive landscape, with both strategic and financial buyers actively pursuing opportunities to strengthen their market positions through targeted acquisitions.

    /Admitted to practice

    District of Columbia

    /Education

    Georgetown University Law Center, J.D.
    Saint Anselm College, B.A.

    /Recognition

    • Selected, through a peer-review survey, for inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2025 in the field of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law; listed in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch since 2023

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