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Greenberg Traurig Expands Corporate Practice with Bill Halaby

Greenberg Traurig, P.A., a renowned global law firm, has announced a strategic enhancement of its Corporate Practice by welcoming William R. "Bill" Halaby III as a shareholder in its Miami office. The addition of Halaby, who previously worked with Morrison Foerster, marks a significant step in the firm's plan to bolster its capabilities in handling complex private equity transactions and corporate deals.

Extensive Transactional Experience

Halaby is distinguished for his proficiency in representing private equity sponsors and both private and public companies. His extensive experience encompasses a wide variety of transactional matters, such as leveraged buyouts, carveout transactions, spinoffs, joint ventures, and growth equity investments.

His expertise also reaches into advising on domestic and cross-border transactions across several industries, including leisure, life sciences, industrial sectors, financial services, energy, technology, and consumer goods. This diverse background allows Halaby to effectively represent both buyers and sellers in significant business dealings.

According to Daniella G. Silberstein, co-chair of Greenberg Traurig’s Global Corporate Practice, "Bill brings the type of high‑caliber transactional experience that continues to elevate our growing Corporate Practice." The firm’s multidisciplinary setup coupled with Halaby’s experience is seen as a perfect match to help clients navigate their complex business challenges effectively.

Notable Transactions

Halaby’s past achievements include pivotal roles in landmark transactions. He assisted the founders of a consumer packaged goods company in executing an approximate $1 billion sale to a private equity firm. Additionally, he was involved in a major Fortune 500 company’s $21 billion strategic acquisition of another Fortune 500 company’s biopharma division. He also played a key role in a $700 million sale of an industrial-sector portfolio company to a strategic acquirer and managed the concurrent purchase and merger of three software companies for a private equity sponsor.

Commitment to Community and Growth

“Florida is home to me, so joining Greenberg Traurig was a natural step,” Halaby stated, emphasizing his commitment to the local community and professional growth. With the firm's robust presence in Florida and its strong reputation among private equity sponsors, Halaby sees this as an ideal arena to help expand his practice and deliver high-quality services that meet the intricate needs of clients involved in complex transactions.

Halaby’s dedication to community service is also evident as he serves on the statewide board for Take Stock in Children of Florida. This nonprofit organization aims to support underrepresented and low-income students through mentoring and scholarship programs—a cause that resonates personally with him, as he himself benefited from similar programs in his youth.

About Greenberg Traurig

Greenberg Traurig, LLP operates with approximately 3,000 attorneys across 51 locations worldwide, encompassing the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm’s diverse practice areas and global reach facilitate the delivery of innovative legal solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of clients spanning various industries. Notably recognized as a leading law firm, Greenberg Traurig maintains a consistent ranking on prestigious legal lists such as the Am Law Global 100 and Law360 400.

In addition to its legal prowess, the firm is celebrated for its culture of giving back, philanthropic efforts, innovation, and commitment to pro bono work. The firm’s website can be accessed at www.gtlaw.com.