The Securities Group at Shannon Gracey

The Securities Group at Shannon Gracey has extensive experience assisting both public and private entities with securities issues including reporting obligations, general compliance, proxies, exempt transactions, blue sky laws, private and public offerings, and officer and director liability issues.   Our attorneys traditionally represent middle market businesses in the finance, transportation, distribution, manufacturing, retail and health care industries.   We have represented clients before the Securities and Exchange Commission, state securities boards and other state and federal courts.  

A Comprehensive Approach

Our diverse client base allows us to provide legal advice on all facets of securities work.  By working cooperatively across our five Texas offices, and with lawyers across the country and around the globe, our integrated practice serves our clients in seamless fashion.   

• Corporate - Our securities attorneys have counseled clients on their reporting and disclosure obligations under federal and state securities laws and regulations, including the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Regulation D, Rule 144 and Sarbanes-Oxley.
  
  
• Litigation - Our trial lawyers have substantial courtroom experience with matters involving government entities and third parties that often arise in a securities related setting.  Our attorneys deliver quality litigation services to help business leaders compete in the ever changing global marketplace. 
  
  
• Mergers & Acquisitions – Group members have a broad range of expertise in mergers and acquisitions and leveraged buy-outs including representation of issuers, underwriters and investors.
  
   
• Tax – We advise clients on federal tax matters relating to buying and selling securities in private and public companies.