Lawton: Steering Complex Business Transactions at Axley

Edward Lawton, a partner at the law firm Axley, is known for his rigorous approach to advising on complex business transactions, including distressed business acquisitions and corporate restructurings. As a member of Axley's Executive Committee and Business Practice Group, Lawton places a strong emphasis on risk assessment, ensuring informed decision-making under tight deadlines. His due diligence process involves meticulous information gathering to properly assess risks, while he ensures that all stakeholder interests align with long-term goals. Lawton's experience serving both buyers and sellers is reflected in his focus on speed and liability protection for sellers, and early issue identification for buyers, always remaining grounded in a philosophy of fairness and consideration for others.