Matthew S. Davis, ’14, Joins Greenberg Traurig in NC

Ex-Barings Assistant GC Jumps To Greenberg Traurig In NC

The former assistant general counsel for global investment management firm Barings LLC has joined Greenberg Traurig LLP in its Charlotte, North Carolina, office.

Matthew S. Davis joined Greenberg Traurig's corporate practice as of counsel following nearly two years as Barings' assistant general counsel and director, the law firm said in a statement Thursday. His first day with the firm was April 3, a spokesperson told Law360 Pulse on Friday.

Davis' practice will focus on advising both private and public companies on mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions, the firm said in its statement. He will also work on general corporate matters, utilizing his in-house experience from his time at the investment management firm.

Brian J. Bailey, managing shareholder of Greenberg Traurig's Charlotte office, said in a statement that Davis' recent in-house experience allows him to understand clients' needs from their perspective.

"Our corporate capabilities will be enhanced by Matthew's experience, particularly his ability to coordinate among inside and outside counsel and investment team members," Bailey said in a statement.

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