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Chris Manderson

A portrait of Chris Manderson

Partner | Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP
UCLA School of Law
Corporate

Chris Manderson, partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP, specializes in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, corporate finance, distressed transactions and preserving Net Operating Loss (NOL) tax assets. He advises public and private boards on corporate governance and previously served as EVP & general counsel at Real Industry, Inc., leading its $525-million acquisition and NASDAQ listing. Manderson has reorganized companies preserving over $2 billion in NOL assets, including Real Industry and Triad Guaranty. Recent deals include the sale of Bitium to Google, multiple financing rounds for tech companies and an $87-million sale of NABCO. His clients range from Amgen and Dole to private equity firms and individuals. Manderson began his career at Skadden and Paul Hastings and is recognized for his expertise in complex corporate transactions.

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