Patrick M. Coonan - Wheaton, IL

Patrick M. Coonan is a director in Huck Bouma’s Mergers and Acquisitions and Corporate Transactional groups. He represents privately held businesses and business owners in acquisitions, sales, reorganizations, and other corporate transactions. He also serves as outside general counsel to businesses on ongoing legal and operational matters.

Patrick advises buyers and sellers throughout the transaction process, from initial negotiations and letters of intent through due diligence, purchase agreements, closing, and post-closing matters. His work includes asset and equity transactions, ownership transitions, and related corporate reorganizations. He works closely with clients and their financial and tax advisors to understand the economics of each transaction and negotiate terms that support the client’s objectives.

Beyond transactions, Patrick advises clients on commercial contracts, corporate governance, and ownership and management issues. He builds lasting relationships with clients through clear communication, practical advice, and an approachable working style. He helps clients understand their options and make informed decisions that account for both legal risk and the realities of running a business.

Before joining Huck Bouma, Patrick served as Senior Counsel to a national insurance brokerage, where he managed the company’s mergers and acquisitions. He previously served as General Counsel to a large Maryland materials supplier and practiced as a transactional attorney at a Chicago law firm. His in-house experience and MBA in finance inform his approach to advising businesses and the people who own and operate them.

Outside the office, Patrick bowls in a league, plays on a bocce team, and enjoys spending time with his wife, their two daughters, and their dog.