Driven. Team-Oriented. Experienced.
Jon is a trusted advisor to businesses, investors, and private equity firms buying, selling, investing, and growing. He represents clients on both sides of transactions, from closely held business acquisitions to sophisticated middle-market deals.
Over the course of his career, Jon has advised on more than 35 transactions with an aggregate value exceeding $1.4 billion. He sees the whole deal, keeping the business objective in focus while managing the many moving pieces, competing priorities, and inevitable challenges that arise along the way. Clients rely on Jon to bring structure to the process, maintain momentum, and get the right people working toward the same goal.
Deals require trust, attention to detail, communication, and a team committed to getting to the finish line together.
What he's great at
Jon represents clients in mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, strategic transactions, and a wide range of corporate matters.
He believes the best transactions are driven by business strategy, not paperwork. By keeping the client’s objectives at the center of every decision, he guides deals in a way that creates both immediate and long-term value. Jon serves as a trusted advisor throughout the deal lifecycle, working closely with clients to align transaction strategy with business objectives and guiding key decisions from initial planning through closing.
Equally comfortable in the boardroom and in the details, Jon brings both strategic perspective and hands-on execution to every engagement. He can zoom out to evaluate the broader business implications of a transaction while also managing diligence, negotiating agreements, coordinating deal teams, and addressing challenges as they arise. Throughout the process, he remains focused on achieving the client’s goals and positioning the business for long-term success.
His practice includes:
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Private equity transactions
- Buy-side and sell-side transactions
- Strategic acquisitions and investments
- Corporate governance
- Portfolio company counseling
- Transaction structuring and negotiation
- Due diligence
- Transaction risk assessment and mitigation
- General corporate and business counseling
How he delivers
Jon’s experience includes representing buyers, sellers, investors, and portfolio companies in sophisticated transactions across a broad range of industries and deal structures, including:
$375M Fall-Protection Equipment Acquisition
Represented a private equity firm in its $375 million acquisition of a manufacturer and supplier of specialized fall-protection equipment and tools serving utility, industrial, rescue, arborist, and recreational climbing markets.
$57M HVAC Distributor Acquisition
Represented a private equity firm in its $57 million platform acquisition of a leading wholesale distributor of HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, ice machines, and related products serving customers across Ohio and Pennsylvania.
$52M Software Company Sale
Represented a private equity firm in the $52 million sale of a software company to a multinational technology corporation, including the negotiation of a revenue-based earnout structure.
$52M Health Insurance Advisory Company Sale
Represented a health insurance advisory company in its $52 million sale to a strategic acquirer, involving an asset transaction and seller rollover equity.
$50M Aerospace & Defense Manufacturer Acquisition
Represented the buyer in the $50 million acquisition of an aerospace and defense manufacturer producing molded tools, parts, and pattern assemblies for industrial, commercial, and defense applications.
$50M Cast Nylon Manufacturer Acquisition
Represented the buyer in the $50 million acquisition of a manufacturer and distributor of cast nylon materials and custom-engineered nylon components serving a variety of industrial applications.
$47M PVC & Specialty Polymers Acquisition
Represented the buyer in the $47 million acquisition of a manufacturer of PVC compounds, specialty polymer formulations, and related materials serving a variety of industrial end markets.
$40M Paints & Finishes Recapitalization
Represented a private equity firm in the $40 million recapitalization of a leading manufacturer of paints and finishes serving the arts, crafts, and home décor markets.
$24M Custom Elastomeric Products Acquisition
Represented buyer in the $24 million acquisition of a manufacturer of a highly diversified line of custom elastomeric products for the construction, aerospace, defense, automotive, medical, and commercial industries.
$21M Wire & Cable Manufacturer Acquisition
Represented buyer in the $21 million acquisition of a company designing, manufacturing, and selling wire, cable, wire conductors, and coil cords for communications, medical, and military applications.
Why you'll enjoy working with him
Jon is approachable, responsive, and easy to work with. He enjoys the collaborative nature of transactional work and believes strong relationships lead to better outcomes.
Clients value his steady approach, particularly when timelines tighten or unexpected issues arise. He stays organized, communicates clearly, and focuses on practical solutions rather than unnecessary complexity. Whether negotiating an agreement, managing diligence, coordinating a deal team, or navigating an unexpected challenge, Jon brings clarity and forward momentum to the process.
Clients also appreciate his ability to operate at both the strategic and tactical levels of a transaction. He maintains focus on business objectives and deal strategy while also rolling up his sleeves to work through drafting, diligence, negotiations, and the details that keep a deal moving. He understands that successful transactions require both thoughtful leadership and hands-on execution.
That same approach extends to his work with colleagues. Jon actively mentors junior attorneys, coaches associates through transactions, and enjoys creating opportunities for others to develop the skills and judgment required to become trusted advisors themselves. Whether leading a negotiation, guiding a team through a complex issue, or helping a younger attorney navigate a challenging assignment, he is committed to bringing out the best in the people around him.
Who he is off the clock
Outside the office, Jon enjoys spending time with family and giving back to his community. He coaches youth soccer through the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks program and has served on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler County, Ohio. Those experiences reflect values that also shape his legal practice: teamwork, mentorship, and investing in the success of others.