David L. Woronov
David is a business and international transactions attorney with extensive experience advising US and foreign companies on complex domestic and cross-border matters.
He counsels clients at every stage of the business lifecycle—from formation and financing to strategic growth, mergers and acquisitions, and succession planning. His clients range from early-stage ventures to established public and private companies, including a significant number of businesses operating in or expanding into international markets.
David brings particular insight into European and Asian business environments, having structured and negotiated equity joint ventures and enforceable commercial contracts for US, Canadian, and European companies doing business in the People’s Republic of China, Vietnam, and other global jurisdictions. He also regularly advises clients in the entertainment industry on a broad range of legal and commercial issues.
Before entering private practice, David lived in the United Kingdom and worked for a senior Member of Parliament. He has taught courses in business law, public policy, and leadership at Providence College and frequently speaks and writes on issues related to international business law. He is a contributing writer for China Law Blog.
Advised US Manufacturers on Strategic Sourcing from China
Represented a California-based manufacturer of indoor gardening systems and a Florida-based lighting systems company in connection with their parts and molding procurement from Chinese suppliers. Over the past three decades, David has provided similar cross-border commercial counsel to companies based in Canada, England, and throughout the United States.
Cross-Border M&A for Canadian and US Operations Sold to Chinese Buyer
Represented affiliated US and Canadian companies in the 2018 sale of their operations to a Chinese public company, advising on all aspects of the cross-border transaction.
Joint Venture for Global Tea Industry Leader in South American Expansion
From 2013 to 2016, advised the world’s largest herbal tea manufacturer, headquartered in Germany, on a multimillion-dollar joint venture with a Fortune 100 company to develop tea plantations and processing facilities in South America.
Pharmaceutical Acquisitions and Exit for UK Public Company
Represented a UK-based public pharmaceutical company in its acquisitions of US businesses in California and Pennsylvania, and later in its sale to a US private equity firm in 2018.
Ongoing Representation of Reggae Icon’s Estate in Entertainment Matters
Since 2008, has provided ongoing representation to the estate of one of Jamaica’s most celebrated reggae artists, including in connection with a biopic film deal with a major London-based production company.
Counsel on US Corporate and Public Finance Transactions Totaling Over $3 Billion
Served in multiple roles across a wide range of taxable corporate bond issuances and tax-exempt public financings with a cumulative transaction value exceeding $3 billion.
Education
- JD, University of North Carolina School of Law, Holderness Moot Court Team
- AB, high honors, Duke University, Public Policy, History, Microbiology,
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts
- Rhode Island
- Massachusetts Bar Association
- Rhode Island Bar Association
- Peter Tosh Foundation, Board of Directors
- TiE-Boston and New England Chinese Information and Networking Association (NECINA)