Bryan S. Schultz is a trusted legal advisor to Fortune 500, middle-market, and emerging public and private companies, providing strategic guidance on complex business matters. As a partner in the firm’s Corporate, Transactions, and Mergers & Acquisitions Practices, Bryan helps U.S. and multinational companies structure and implement high-value transactions, navigate business challenges, and achieve measurable results.
Bryan’s practice focuses on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic alliances, together with corporate and commercial matters such as governance, commercial agreements, succession planning, and conflict resolution. He also serves as outside general counsel to private companies and U.S. subsidiaries of foreign organizations, offering ongoing strategic and legal support that drives growth and operational success.
Bryan has represented buyers, sellers, and target companies in more than 175 transactions totaling over $25 billion in aggregate consideration. His work spans the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Americas, providing a global perspective and the ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions efficiently.
Clients rely on Bryan for his combination of transactional expertise, strategic insight, and results-driven approach. He simplifies complex issues, anticipates challenges before they arise, and drives high-stakes matters forward with precision. Known for his collaborative style and steady guidance, Bryan helps clients achieve outcomes that deliver long-term value and lasting impact.
Repräsentative Erfahrung
Ausgewählte repräsentative Akquisitionen
- Represented Kontoor Brands, Inc. in its acquisition of Helly Hansen from Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited.
- Represented Rockwell Automation, Inc. in its acquisitions of Clearpath Robotics, Inc., Plex Systems, Inc., Cybersec Culture & Awareness, S.L.U., and ASEM S.p.A.
- Vertretung der Manitowoc Company, Inc. bei der Übernahme des Kranbereichs von H&E Equipment Services, Inc. und Aspen Equipment Company.
- Represented Douglas Dynamics, Inc. in its acquisitions of Venco Venturo Industries, LLC, Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment Company, Inc., Henderson Products, Inc., and TrynEx, Inc.
- Represented Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. in its acquisitions of Accu-Fab, LLC, Mid-States Aluminum Corp., Defiance Metal Products Co., and Center Manufacturing, Inc.
- Represented Fayat Inc. in its acquisition of Asphalt Drum Mixers, Inc.
- Represented Rite-Hite Corporation in its acquisitions of Frommelt Equipment Company, Inc., Alpha Door Systems, Pugleasa Company, Scraper Systems, ZOO Fans, Inc., JD Metalworks, Inc., and Applied Handling, Inc.
- Vertretung von Welbilt, Inc. bei der Übernahme von LTE Enterprises, LLC, Pearl City Manufacturing, Inc. und Somerville (Siam) Limited.
- Represented Hartung Brothers, Inc. in its acquisitions of Can Am Yucatan, S. de R.L. de C.V. and Can Am Fresh México, S. de R.L. de C.V., and Syngenta Hawaii, LLC.
- Vertretung von Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. bei der Übernahme von Dugan & Meyers Construction Co.
Ausgewählte repräsentative Veräußerungen
- Represented a family in its sale of Bradley Corporation to Watts Water Technologies Inc.
- Represented Excel Disposal of Wisconsin, LLC in the sale of its business to GFL Environmental Inc.
- Vertretung der MSI Group Holdings LLC beim Verkauf von Morey’s Seafood International, LLC an die Rich Products Corporation.
- Vertretung der Bradley Corporation beim Verkauf von Keltech, Inc. an die Bradford White Corporation.
- Vertretung von Mitarbeiter-Eigentümern beim Verkauf von American Appraisal an Duff & Phelps, LLC.
- Represented a family in its sale of Trostel, Ltd. to PRCC Holdings, Inc. and its sale of Eagle Ottawa, LLC to Lear Corporation.
- Vertretung einer Familie beim Verkauf der Sterling Distributing Company an Southern Wine & Spirits.
- Vertretung einer Familie beim Verkauf von Baptista’s Bakery, LLC an Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.
- Vertretung von Lakeview Equity Partners beim Verkauf von LS Research, LLC an Laird Technologies Inc.
- Vertretung einer Familie beim Verkauf von North Sails an Oakley Capital.
Andere Transaktionen auswählen
- Represented Kawasaki Motors Group in its formation of a U.S.-based sales financing joint venture with ITOCHU Corporation.
- Vertretung von Rockwell Automation, Inc. bei der Gründung eines globalen Joint Ventures im Öl- und Gassektor mit Schlumberger Limited.
- Vertretung der Manitowoc Company, Inc. bei der Gründung eines chinesischen Kran-Joint-Ventures mit den Aktionären der TaiAn Dong Yue Heavy Industry Co., Ltd.
- Vertretung von Aurora Health Care, Inc. bei der Gründung eines Joint Ventures im Gesundheitswesen mit Bay Area Medical Center, Inc.
- Vertretung von Quad/Graphics, Inc. bei der Gründung einer strategischen Partnerschaft mit dem indischen Unternehmen Manipal Technologies Limited.
- Vertretung der Phillips Plastics Corporation bei der Gründung einer strategischen Allianz mit dem irischen Unternehmen ProTek Medical Ltd.
- Vertretung mehrerer Familien bei der Nachfolgeplanung, Streitbeilegung und damit verbundenen Transaktionen.
- Vertretung von Foley & Lardner LLP bei der Unternehmensfusion mit Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP.
Auszeichnungen und Anerkennungen
- Recognized as a leading attorney for his corporate and mergers and acquisitions work by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business in the practice area of corporate/M&A (2015, 2018-2025).
- Included in The Best Lawyers in America in the field of corporate law (2013-2024).
Engagement für die Gemeinschaft
- Current member of the board of directors and advancement committee of Milwaukee Ballet, Inc., a not-for-profit company that is home to a world-renowned company of dancers, a nationally accredited school and academy, and award-winning community outreach programs.
- Former member of the board of directors and finance committee of All Hands Boatworks, Inc., a not-for-profit company that seeks to inspire young people, especially those challenged by socio-economic and/or educational hurdles, to discover their talents through personal development of skills, determination, and confidence.
- Former member of the board of directors of Whitefish Bay Jr. Dukes Baseball Club, Inc., a not-for-profit company focused fostering the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth of community youth.
Foley vertritt Douglas Dynamics bei der Akquisition von Venco Venturo Industries Assets
Foley vertritt Mayville Engineering Company bei der Akquisition von Accu-Fab
Foley sichert sich Top-Platzierungen bei Chambers USA 2025
Foley vertritt Kontoor Brands bei der Akquisition von Helly Hansen