Armed with an experienced local deal broker and UVA grad, an investment banking firm from the Windy City is planting its flag in Richmond for the first time.
Chicago-based investment bank makes first push into Richmond
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Williams Mullen, Woods Rogers lure more lawyers from LeClairRyan
A downtown law firm has lost more of its Richmond attorneys to nearby competitors.
Born out of Markel, Southside insurance firm to be acquired
A Chicago-based insurance giant is buying its way into the Richmond market, with a deal in the works to acquire a longtime local wholesale brokerage.
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A downtown financial firm has signed its latest acquisition.
Settlement reached in Thalhimer ESOP lawsuit
The legal wrangling between local commercial real estate firm Thalhimer and one of its former longtime employees has taken yet another step toward a conclusion after nearly two years.
Gulf Coast acquisition marks Richmond firm’s 7th deal
A local private equity firm has gone back to the Lone Star State for its latest deal, while also completing a seven-figure capital haul.
Local bank CEO abruptly departs
The Richmond area’s youngest bank is on the hunt for a new chief executive for the second time in less than two years.
Harrison & Bates sextet, including CEO, headed for Commonwealth Commercial
Another group of brokers from Harrison & Bates, the local commercial real estate firm that is winding down its operations, has found a safe place to land.