William E. Mathias II

Mr. Mathias advises clients on the formation and financing of business entities, and has been involved in many merger and acquisition transactions. He has substantial experience in the public and private placement of debt and equity securities, and has worked with a number of private investors and venture capital and investment banking firms.

Mr. Mathias also advises boards and committees, as well as nonprofit organizations, on corporate governance and compliance.

Additionally, Mr. Mathias represents both commercial lenders and borrowers in structuring and closing secured loan transactions and workouts.

An active member of the Western New York business and civic community, he has participated in a number of complex public-private financing transactions including the Buffalo Hyatt Regency and HSBC Arena projects.

He is a member of the Erie County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association and American Bar Association.