The Source

Source Talks is a series where we discuss deal origination with PE and M&A pros, in collaboration with David M. Toll of Private Equity Career News.

In part one of a two-part interview, we speak with Scott Estill, Managing Partner at Lancor about the firm’s traditional search process and the Lancor Advisory Business’s (LAB) ability to work with private equity firms and find angles on opportunities before they buy them to sharpen the aperture.

Stay tuned for part 2 in the upcoming weeks to learn more about Lancor’s executive search and advisory business framework!

As we close out 2024, it’s a moment to reflect on the remarkable growth, resilience, and achievements of our team at SPS. This year showcased the strength of our collective efforts as we rose above challenges and seized new opportunities. Highlights included hosting our first in-person client and prospect event, enhancing data-rich reports, and most notably, partnering with our new parent company, With Intelligence. These milestones underscore our commitment to innovation and excellence.

Source Talks is a series where we discuss deal origination with PE and M&A pros, in collaboration with David M. Toll of Private Equity Career News.

In the latest instalment we speak with Will Pacheco, Founder & CEO of Greenfield Research Partners about the firm’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology, deep industry expertise, and unparalleled data insights to revolutionize the buy-side advisory space.

Over the last five years, law firms have maintained a steady and essential presence in the M&A landscape. Despite fluctuations in deal activity driven by economic cycles, interest rate changes, and global events like the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of legal advisors has remained consistent. This analysis examines key trends in law firm involvement in PE-backed M&A deals.