Gregory O. Kaden
Director
Boston
gkaden@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 3818Gregory O. Kaden
Director, Boston
gkaden@goulstonstorrs.com+1 617 574 3818Related Expertise
Greg Kaden drives M&A deals for buyers and sellers, counsels lenders on subordinated loan transactions and intercreditor arrangements, and advises boards and executives on corporate governance and risk management matters. He also serves as trusted general outside corporate counsel to middle-market portfolio companies held by private equity firms.
Parallel to his robust corporate practice, Greg also handles bankruptcy and restructuring matters, often involving well-known brands. Known for providing common-sense, practical advice that he orients toward business goals, Greg is respected by clients and colleagues alike. He serves as co-chair of the firm’s Corporate Group and is a member of the firm's Executive Committee.
A Focus on Maximizing Value
Greg is passionate about finding the shortest, most efficient path to a desired outcome. He diligently works to define and implement process improvement plans and efficiency models so that the firm’s clients maximize the value they seek in legal services. He has helped to launch a grassroots group at the firm to apply process improvement techniques to the work of the Mergers & Acquisitions group, and will ultimately apply the initiative firmwide.
Related Representative Matters
M&M Transport Services, a dedicated contract carrier specializing in retail and manufacturing logistics, in its sale to Schneider National, Inc., a premier multimodal transportation provider. The acquisition supports Schneider’s Dedicated business growth, targeting $1.5 billion in annual Dedicated contract revenues and 6,500 tractors in service.
Gordon Brothers in the acquisition of Durkin Group, expanding their asset services to include field examination and diligence for lenders and investors across North America.
Babcock Power Renewables LLC, a subsidiary of Babcock Power Inc., in its acquisition of substantially all assets of Renewable Concepts Inc. and its affiliate R. Tinsley Projects Inc., expanding its portfolio of clean energy maintenance and service solutions for the wind power industry.
PT Networks, a provider of physical therapy, occupational health, and corporate health services, in its sale to Athletico Physical Therapy, backed by BDT Capital Partners, LLC, via an auction process. The firm, with G&S and industry experts, achieved significant operational and financial improvements while maintaining high-quality patient care throughout the pandemic.
Accent Food Services in creditor negotiations and restructurings, including consensual foreclosure and wind-down.
Marketing logistics and fulfillment provider in creditor negotiations, minority lender litigation, and merger transactions.
Regional health services provider with 250+ clinics in restructuring debt and equity, new investment, governance, leases, settlements, and equity rollover.
AXA IM Alts in a $875 million joint venture acquisition of a 27-asset industrial portfolio totaling nearly 8 million square feet across key U.S. markets.
Humana, Inc. in nationwide bankruptcy matters, including preference claim defense, pre-petition and administrative claims, and stay relief litigation.
Putnam Associates in the sale of membership interests to UDG Healthcare plc affiliate.
CSA Service Solutions in acquisition of Equipment Management, Service and Repair, Inc.
Gordon Brothers in majority investment in fashion brand Nicole Miller.
Private equity firms and portfolio companies in numerous U.S. acquisitions and dispositions.
CRG Partners Group in asset sale to Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP.
Management group in majority owner buyout of consulting firm.
Purchaser of assets, including brand and inventory, of national sporting goods retailer.
Real estate planning and development company in acquisition of architecture firm.
Gordon Brothers Group in distressed asset sales including Delia*s and Joyce Leslie inventory liquidations.
Victor Oolitic Stone Company as debtor-in-possession counsel in Chapter 11 case.
Foreign representative of Irish company in Chapter 15 bankruptcy case, handling full legal strategy and creditor negotiations.
Debtors in Delaware, Southern District of New York, and Massachusetts Chapter 11 cases, including Betsey Johnson LLC and Fuddruckers.
Clients advised on management liability and representations and warranties insurance, including policy drafting and coverage negotiations.
Former CEO in connection with state labor claims related to post-petition plant closings.
Former directors in connection with corporate governance litigation involving financially troubled company.
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Accolades
- Lawdragon 500 Dealmakers in America, 2022, 2024-2025
- Boston Magazine Top Lawyers, Corporate Law, 2021
- Chambers USA, Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Massachusetts, 2020-2021 (Band 4)
- Massachusetts Super Lawyers "Rising Star," 2005-2007, 2009-2011
- “America’s Leading Business Lawyers," Chambers USA, 2012-2016
- Best Lawyers in America® (2020, 2022-2026): Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Affiliations
- American Bankruptcy Institute
- Association of Corporate Growth
Admissions
- Massachusetts
Education
Duke University ( B.A. , cum laude )
University of Chicago Law School ( J.D. , with honors )