In a strategic move to bolster its business transactions practice, Carlton Fields has announced the addition of Brian Soares as a shareholder in Tampa, Florida. Soares brings a wealth of experience to the firm, having previously served as special counsel in the Office of Mergers and Acquisitions at the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporation Finance. His expertise lies in counseling both public and private entities, along with their boards, on intricate areas such as federal securities laws, corporate governance, and capital raising activities.
Brian Soares specializes in SEC reporting and compliance, securities regulation, shareholder activism and engagement, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions including mergers and acquisitions. His transition from a key role at the SEC to Carlton Fields indicates the firm’s commitment to enhancing its capacity to provide guidance on complex transactions and regulatory matters.
Brian Soares’ appointment underscores Carlton Fields’ focus on strengthening its legal prowess in handling significant business transactions. His background, particularly with the SEC, is expected to be invaluable to the firm’s clients dealing with federal securities laws and corporate governance.
For more details on this development, visit the full announcement at Bloomberg Law.