Gerald J. Whalen II

Partner

Buffalo

Phone: 716.854.3400 x 203

Fax: 716.332.0336

Practice Areas

Business Law

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About Me

Jerry’s practice focuses on corporate transactional matters, including advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, and general corporate governance and strategic matters throughout the business lifecycle. He has experience guiding clients through complex deal structuring, negotiation, and execution in both buy-side and sell-side transactions.

Jerry primarily works with lower middle market companies across a range of industries. He also has experience advising clients in media and entertainment transactions, including the development, production, and exploitation of content.

Outside of the office, Jerry enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, golfing, exercising, and watching the occasional film.

Credentials & Achievements

Education: 

University at Buffalo School of Law, J.D.

State University of New York at Cortland, B.A., magna cum laude

Admissions:

New York

United States District Court for the Western District of New York

Professional Focus

Capabilities:

  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Venture Capital Financings
  • Media and Entertainment Transactions
  • Business Succession Planning
  • Corporate Governance
  • Business Formation

Affiliations

  • New York State Bar Association
  • Erie County Bar Association
  • Minority Bar Association of Western New York
  • Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York, Western New York Chapter
  • Emerging Business Leaders – Class of 2022, Amherst Chamber of Commerce
  • Irish Classical Theatre Company, Board of Trustees
  • Shea’s Performing Arts Center, Board of Trustees

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