George focuses his practice on public offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and matters that relate to corporate boards of directors. He has extensive experience in Securities and Exchange Commission enforcement defense and in regulatory matters relating to the gaming industry.
George served as a member of the advisory board of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee's Shareholder Rights Subcommittee. He serves as a Trustee on the Case Western Reserve University Board of Trustees and the Board's Development Committee. He is a member of the Case Western Reserve's Law School Society of Benchers. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees of The Cleveland Orchestra (Musical Arts Association).
Representative Experience
- Represented CEOs and COOs in negotiating their agreements.
- Represented investment banking firm in exchange offer for $3 billion in debt and equity.
- Negotiated purchase of several major hotel/casino properties.
- Advised public companies of distinctive director compensation plans.
- Represented large companies in CEO agreement negotiations.
- Completed purchase of one of the nation's largest theme parks.
- Advised large family company of purchaser to diversify business.
