Brian D. Bouquet focuses on the representation of public and privately held businesses and their owners. Mr. Bouquet works with clients from the entity formation through the life of the enterprise, with primary emphasis in mergers and acquisitions, contractual arrangements, business and succession planning, financings, corporate governance, and general business matters. Experienced in the structuring of new enterprises as corporations, limited liability companies, or partnerships, he has represented businesses in numerous real estate matters including purchase, sale, lease, and finance transactions. Mr. Bouquet counsels both franchisors and franchisees in preparing and negotiating agreements and disclosure documentation. His knowledge allows him to provide the highest quality service to his clients while focusing on their individual financial and business goals.
Mr. Bouquet also handles admiralty transactions involving documentation of U.S. registered vessels, ship mortgages, and charter party transactions for clients in the marine and marine financing industries.
Mr. Bouquet is AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2009-2013, and is a member of the Lewis Rice Recruiting Committee.