Portrait of Tracy R. Ring

Tracy R. Ring

Partner | Vice Chair, Corporate Department

Tracy Ring is a trusted advisor to corporate and private equity clients, partnering with them to align legal strategies with business goals and effectively manage risk. He represents sponsors, platform companies, and privately held businesses in all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, guiding buyers and sellers through transactions with a practical, business‑focused approach.

Tracy has led a significant number of lower‑ and middle‑market deals across a broad range of industries, including heavy manufacturing, business and consumer services, retail, food ingredients, construction, healthcare, technology, and logistics. His cross‑industry experience enables him to navigate complex issues, anticipate challenges, and deliver solutions that support successful outcomes and long‑term growth.

    Education

    • Washington University School of Law (J.D., 2002)
      • CALI Excellence for the Future Award - Business Acquisitions
    • Miami University (B.S., 1999)
      • Finance

    Bar Admissions

    • Missouri

    Professional Affiliations

    • American Bar Association
    • Missouri Bar Association
    • Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (St. Louis Chapter, Board of Directors)
    • Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (Board of Governors, Member-at-Large, 2009-2011)

    Community Involvement

    • Kids In The Middle (Past President; Board of Directors, 2005-2013; Advisory Council, 2014-present)

    Firm Involvement

    • Co-Chair, Corporate Department
    • Member, Governing Board

    Awards & Honors

    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America®, Corporate Law (2022-2026); Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2024-2026)
    • Named to The Legal 500 US Elite, Missouri, Corporate and M&A (2025)
    • St. Louis Small Business Monthly, Top M&A Providers (2017, 2022)
    • IFLR1000 Rated Attorney (2018-2020)
    • St. Louis Magazine, Excellence in Law Rising Star (2016)
    • Leadership St. Louis: Class of 2014-2015
    • Missouri Lawyers Weekly, Up & Coming Lawyer (Law Firm Leader Category, 2014)
    • Leadership Clayton (Class of 2005-2006)

Tracy R. Ring

Tracy Ring is a trusted advisor to corporate and private equity clients, partnering with them to align legal strategies with business goals and effectively manage risk. He represents sponsors, platform companies, and privately held businesses in all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, guiding buyers and sellers through transactions with a practical, business‑focused approach.

Tracy has led a significant number of lower‑ and middle‑market deals across a broad range of industries, including heavy manufacturing, business and consumer services, retail, food ingredients, construction, healthcare, technology, and logistics. His cross‑industry experience enables him to navigate complex issues, anticipate challenges, and deliver solutions that support successful outcomes and long‑term growth.