Peter Wolf stands out as a highly accomplished legal professional, consistently involved in complex and significant business transactions across diverse industries. His expertise is evident in his representation of major corporations and financial institutions in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic alliances. This article highlights some of the key transactions where Peter Wolf has played a crucial role, showcasing his breadth of experience and deep understanding of corporate law.
Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals
Peter Wolf has demonstrated significant expertise in the pharmaceuticals and chemicals sectors, advising on deals that shape the industry landscape. His notable transactions include:
- Synthomer’s Sale of OMNOVA Solutions’ Laminates and Films Business: Representing Synthomer in the sale of OMNOVA Solutions’ laminates and films business to Surteco North America USA, a transaction requiring intricate knowledge of international business and divestiture processes.
- Specialty Granules LLC’s Strategic Alliance: Advising Specialty Granules LLC, a subsidiary of Standard Industries Inc., in a strategic alliance with Monty’s Plant Food Co., Inc. and OrganoCat, LLC. This complex alliance focused on developing innovative lines of mineral-rich soil amendments and plant fortifiers, showcasing Peter Wolf’s ability to navigate strategic partnerships.
- LANXESS Corporation’s Production Site Sale: Acting for LANXESS Corporation in the sale of its polymer additives production site in Greensboro, NC, to a subsidiary of The Hallstar Company. This deal highlights his proficiency in handling asset sales and corporate restructuring within the chemical industry.
- Balchem Corporation’s Acquisition of Bergstrom Nutrition: Representing Balchem Corporation in its acquisition of Bergstrom Nutrition, a leading science-based manufacturer of methylsulfonylmethane (MSM). This acquisition demonstrates Peter Wolf’s expertise in guiding companies through strategic acquisitions to expand their market presence and product portfolios in the nutrition sector.
- Syngenta Crop Protection AG’s Strategic Initiatives: Advising Syngenta Crop Protection AG in various critical matters, including:
- Negotiation of a research partnership with AgBiome, highlighting his skills in fostering collaborations and innovation within the agricultural technology space.
- Sale of Dulcinea Farms, LLC to Pacific Trellis Fruit LLC. This sale of a major producer of mini-watermelon and specialty melons showcases his capabilities in handling divestitures in the agricultural and food sectors.
Energy, Oil & Gas and Infrastructure
Peter Wolf’s experience extends significantly into the energy, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors, where he has been involved in high-value transactions and complex projects. His work includes advising:
- TransCanada Corporation in Diverse Transactions: Representing TransCanada Corporation (now TC Energy) in a wide array of transactions, including:
- Multiple wind and solar renewable energy projects, demonstrating his forward-thinking approach and expertise in the growing renewable energy market.
- Sale of a 40% interest in Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC and Columbia Gulf Transmission, LLC natural gas pipeline systems to Global Infrastructure Partners for a substantial $3.9 billion. This major divestiture underscores his capability in managing large-scale infrastructure deals.
- Sale of its 575 MW Coolidge Generating Station natural gas facility (Coolidge, Arizona), further showcasing his expertise in power generation asset sales.
- Sale of its U.S. retail power marketing business to EDF Energy Services, LLC, highlighting his ability to handle business unit divestitures within the energy sector.
- Sale of its 3,950 MW U.S. Northeast power generation portfolio to LS Power Equity Advisors LLC. This portfolio included natural gas facilities like Ravenswood and Ironwood, the Ocean State Power facility, and the Kibby wind farm, representing a complex and large-scale portfolio divestiture.
- Sale of its 584 MW New England hydroelectric generation assets to Great River Hydro, LLC, an affiliate of ArcLight Capital Partners, LLC, demonstrating his comprehensive experience across various energy generation assets.
- Credit Suisse AG, Cayman Islands Branch, in Tuscany International Drilling Inc. Acquisition: Advising Credit Suisse AG in the acquisition of Tuscany International Drilling Inc., an oil rig owner and operator, through a debt-for-equity swap under Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This complex transaction also involved the subsequent sale of Tuscany International Drilling Inc.’s Brazilian assets to Grupo Indalo, highlighting Peter Wolf’s expertise in distressed M&A and international asset transfers.
Automotive, Steel and Industrial Manufacturing
In the automotive, steel, and industrial manufacturing sectors, Peter Wolf has been instrumental in significant investments, acquisitions, and divestitures. His representative transactions include:
- General Motors’ Investment in Lithium Americas Corporation: Advising General Motors on its landmark $650 million investment in Lithium Americas Corporation to develop the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada. This transaction, the largest-ever automaker investment in battery raw materials, underscores Peter Wolf’s involvement in cutting-edge deals within the electric vehicle supply chain and his ability to handle high-profile strategic investments.
- National Material’s Strategic Sales: Representing National Material in the sale of:
- National Material of Mexico to Klöckner & Co’s U.S. subsidiary, Kloeckner Metals Corporation. This sale of a leading service center and materials supplier demonstrates his expertise in cross-border M&A transactions within the industrial materials sector.
- Astro Shapes LLC to Monomoy Capital Partners. The acquisition of this leading manufacturer of custom-finished aluminum extrusions highlights his experience in advising on deals involving manufacturing companies.
- Selling Shareholders of Bolttech Mannings, Inc.’s Acquisition: Representing the selling shareholders of Bolttech Mannings, Inc., in its acquisition by Taurus Industrial Group, LLC. Bolttech Mannings is a leading provider of technical bolting and related services, and this transaction showcases Peter Wolf’s expertise in advising on deals within the industrial services market.
- Worldwide Steel Company’s Divestiture of LaPlace and Vinton Long Carbon Facilities: Advising a worldwide steel company in the divestiture of its LaPlace and Vinton Long Carbon facilities in the United States to Black Diamond Capital Management, LLC. This divestiture highlights his experience in handling complex asset sales within the steel industry.
- Steel and Mining Companies’ Sale of Gallatin Steel Company: Representing two worldwide steel and mining companies in the sale of their 50 percent interests in Gallatin Steel Company to Nucor Corporation for $770 million. This significant transaction demonstrates his proficiency in handling large-scale joint venture divestitures in the steel manufacturing sector.
Fintech and Financial Institutions M&A
Peter Wolf’s expertise also extends to the rapidly evolving fintech and financial institutions sectors, where he has advised on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments. His notable work includes:
- American Express Company’s Prepaid Card Business Sale: Advising American Express Company in the sale of its prepaid reloadable and gift card products business in the United States to InComm, and in the related appointment of InComm as its program manager and exclusive distributor. This transaction showcases his expertise in handling financial services business divestitures and strategic partnerships.
- Envestnet, Inc.’s Acquisition of FolioDynamix: Representing Envestnet, Inc., in its acquisition of FolioDynamix from Actua Corp. FolioDynamix provides technology solutions for wealth management, and this acquisition demonstrates Peter Wolf’s experience in advising on deals within the fintech and wealth management technology space.
- Ally Financial Inc.’s Acquisition of BlueYield, Inc.: Advising Ally Financial Inc. in its acquisition of substantially all assets of BlueYield, Inc., a provider of online automobile loan aggregation services. This acquisition highlights his expertise in guiding financial institutions in expanding their digital capabilities through strategic acquisitions in the fintech sector.
- Venture Capital Arm’s Investments in Fintech Companies: Advising the venture capital arm of a major bank holding company in numerous investments in emerging fintech companies, including an online direct mortgage lender. This demonstrates his deep understanding of the fintech investment landscape and his role in supporting innovation in financial technology.
- Financial Services Holding Company’s License Agreement: Advising a diversified financial services holding company in entering into a royalty-free, perpetual license agreement to use a fintech company’s auto data aggregator software. This transaction showcases his ability to navigate complex technology licensing agreements within the financial services industry.
E-Commerce, Technology and Media
Peter Wolf has also been actively involved in the dynamic e-commerce, technology, and media sectors, advising on acquisitions, sales, and investments. His representative transactions include:
- Leading Online International Platform’s Wine Business Acquisition: Advising a leading online international platform for buying and selling fine wines in its acquisition of a U.S. online wine and storage business, demonstrating his expertise in cross-border e-commerce acquisitions.
- Leading Online Wine Retailer’s Business Sale: Representing a leading online wine retailer in the sale of its business to a portfolio company of a private equity fund, highlighting his experience in advising on e-commerce business sales to private equity investors.
- Private Equity and Venture Capital Funds’ Investments: Advising several private equity, private credit, venture capital, and growth equity funds in various investments in software, e-commerce, and life sciences emerging companies. This broad experience underscores his versatility and expertise in advising investors across various technology-driven sectors.
- Global Leader in Connected Access Solutions’ AI Startup Acquisition: Advising a global leader in connected access solutions and products in its acquisition of an AI startup specializing in facial recognition software, demonstrating his involvement in deals at the forefront of technology and artificial intelligence.
- Wolters Kluwer’s Sale of Corsearch: Representing Wolters Kluwer in the sale of Corsearch, its trademark solutions business, to Audax Private Equity. This divestiture highlights his expertise in handling business unit sales within the technology and information services sectors.
- Worldwide Professional Services Company’s Minority Investments: Advising a worldwide professional services company in various minority investments, including in a cybersecurity solutions start-up, showcasing his experience in strategic minority investments in emerging technology companies.
- Software Company’s Recapitalization and Stock Issuance: Advising a software company providing a talent communication platform in connection with a recapitalization and preferred stock issuance. This demonstrates his expertise in advising software companies on complex financial transactions and capital structure optimization.
Peter Wolf’s extensive portfolio of transactions across these diverse industries underscores his position as a leading legal expert in the field. His consistent involvement in high-profile deals reflects his deep legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and commitment to achieving successful outcomes for his clients. For businesses navigating complex transactions, Peter Wolf offers unparalleled legal expertise and a proven track record of success.
