Edward B. Stevenson, M&A Attorney in New York
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Edward B. Stevenson is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on M&A.
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- New York, NEW YORK
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- attorney
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- M&A
- Handles M&A matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
About Edward B. Stevenson: Edward B. Stevenson is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on M&A.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Edward takes on
Edward concentrates on m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edward handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
M&A cases in New York
Edward takes m&a matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edward agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Edward B. Stevenson — m&a lawyer in New York
Edward B. Stevenson is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on M&A.
Ed Stevenson’s broad corporate experience includes middle-market M&A transactions, equity and debt offerings, strategic alliances and joint ventures, corporate finance and governance, corporate, LLC and partnership formations and reorganizations, business divorces, employment matters, shareholder relations and licensing, distribution and manufacturing transactions. His broad based experience encompasses a range of industries, including technology, food and beverage, consumer products, medical devices, apparel and advertising, as well as a wide variety of service industry companies.
Middle Market Transactions
Ed advises on a wide range of transactional matters for public and private companies spanning the entire corporate lifecycle – including start-ups, middle-market companies and multinational industry leaders.
Closely-Held and Family-Owned Businesses
Ed advises many closely-held and family-owned businesses, frequently serving as their de facto in-house counsel or as a supplement to their existing in-house legal capabilities. Ed’s practical insights help guide these companies through a range of day-to-day legal concerns, involving everything from operating and partnership agreements to credit facilities, employment matters and contractual arrangements with vendors, suppliers and distributors.
Private Funds and Independent Sponsors
Ed frequently advises private funds and independent sponsors and their portfolio companies in acquisitions and financing transactions. He provides a full-suite of legal services to fund and independent sponsors, including advice on structure, formation, operational matters, and securities law and regulatory compliance.
Edward's approach to m&a cases
Ed Stevenson’s broad corporate experience includes middle-market M&A transactions, equity and debt offerings, strategic alliances and joint ventures, corporate finance and governance, corporate, LLC and partnership formations and reorganizations, business divorces, employment matters, shareholder relations and licensing, distribution and manufacturing transactions. His broad based experience…
The kind of cases Edward takes
Edward reviews new inquiries case-by-case for m&a matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Pace University
J.D. · 1993
Edward studied at J.D. in Pace University.
Law school and academic background
Edward completed J.D. in Pace University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edward runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Edward has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Mergers and Acquisitions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — International Mergers and Acquisitions (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026).
Locations
Edward B. Stevenson's office in New York
Edward's primary office is at 11 Times Square, 34th Floor, New York, New York, 10036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Edward B. Stevenson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new m&a attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edward usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edward charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Edward will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a m&a attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many m&a matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Edward
Edward discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in m&a practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every m&a matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Edward confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edward's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many m&a practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edward B. Stevenson
How much does it cost to hire Edward for a m&a case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edward walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edward offer a free consultation?
Edward charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edward's office. Some m&a attorneys offer free consults — check Edward's current terms during booking.
How long do m&a cases in New York typically take?
Simple m&a matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Edward gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edward take my case if I'm outside New York?
Edward is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edward will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Edward?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Edward will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edward accepting new m&a clients right now?
Edward's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
M&A attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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