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Jon Dhanawade is a Private Equity M&A Partner at Mayer Brown in Chicago and an adjunct professor at Northwestern Law. He advises private equity funds, sovereign investors, and portfolio companies on the structuring and negotiation of domestic and international deals—including buyouts, joint ventures, recapitalizations, and preferred equity investments. Passionate about mentorship, Jon also teaches a course on private equity transactions to prepare the next generation of deal lawyers with real-world skills and insight.
on brings legal insight from both sides of the table, sharing practical strategies for aligning deal terms with investment objectives, mitigating downside risk, and building strong seller relationships. Whether you’re a corporate buyer or a fund-backed operator, this episode will help sharpen your deal judgment.