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Education
University of Michigan Law School
,
J.D.
Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review
, Member
University of Michigan
,
B.A.
Political Science
Honors:
with
distinction
; Honors College
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Illinois
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Ann Arbor
130 S. First Street
4th Floor
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104-1386
Sean C. Etheridge
Partner
Focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital transactions, private offerings of debt and equity securities, licensing transactions, and entertainment deals.
Represents private equity funds and their portfolio companies in leveraged acquisitions and dispositions.
Represents venture capital funds in fund formation and minority investments.
Acts as outside general counsel for emerging companies in general corporate, capital raising and operational matters.
Counsels users and creators of intellectual property in entertainment, endorsement and licensing deals, with a particular focus on music, film, advertising and books.
Professional Involvement
State Bar of Michigan
Community Involvement
United Way of Washtenaw County, Young Leaders Society
Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber of Commerce, A2Y Leadership Program 2011-2012
Lawyers for the Creative Arts of Chicago, Volunteer Attorney, 2007-2010
Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago, 2007-2010
Board of Governors
Harold D. Shapiro Apprenticeship Program, Program Coordinator
Honors
Michigan Super Lawyers
, Recognized as a Rising Star, 2012
Wiley Manuel Award for
Pro Bono
Legal Services, California State Bar, 2004
Outstanding Service Award, Legal Aid Society
Pro Bono
Program, 2004
Speeches and Conferences
"Limited Partners," Michigan Private Equity Conference, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI (October 4-5, 2012), moderator
Prior Employment Experience
Shefsky & Froelich Ltd., 2006-2010
Morrison & Foerster LLP, 2004-2006