Portrait of Vincent J. Garozzo

Vincent J. Garozzo

Partner | Chair, Corporate Department

Vince provides business-oriented solutions to clients across a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance, handling the tax, accounting, and business law considerations that accompany complex corporate deals. He has represented clients in transactions throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

As an M&A attorney, Vince guides clients through the legal, financial, and strategic complexities of buying, selling, and merging businesses. His practice includes structuring transactions, conducting due diligence, negotiating key agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.

Vince also serves as general counsel and special transaction counsel for publicly traded and closely held business organizations.

Vince’s multidisciplinary approach — looking at the financial and tax aspects in addition to legal and business matters — delivers exceptional value to his clients. He takes a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and devises creative solutions to get deals over the finish line.

Vince is extensively recognized for his legal work in mergers and acquisitions. Since 2018, he has been ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business as one of Missouri’s “Leaders in Their Field” in Corporate/M&A. Vince also has been consistently named to The Best Lawyers in America® and Missouri Lawyers Media’s The Power List: Mergers & Acquisitions.

A leader in the firm, Vince serves as Chair of the Corporate Department and was previously a member of the firm’s Governing Board.    

    Education

    • University of Louisville (B.S.B.A., with honors, 1984)
      • Accounting
    • Saint Louis University School of Law (J.D., cum laude, 1987)
    • New York University School of Law (LL.M., 1988)
      • Taxation

    Bar Admissions

    • Missouri

    Professional Affiliations

    • American Bar Association
    • The Missouri Bar
    • Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
    • Association for Corporate Growth, St. Louis Chapter (Past President)
    • Missouri Venture Forum (Board Member)
    • Missouri Economic Development Financing Association (MEDFA) (Board Member)

    Community Involvement

    • St. Louis Italian Open (Board Member)

    Firm Involvement

    • Chair, Corporate Department

    Awards & Honors

    • Ranked as one of Missouri’s “Leaders in Their Field” in Corporate/M&A by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business (2018-2026)
    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America®, Business Organizations (2020-2026); Corporate Law (2017-2026); Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2020-2026)
    • Named to The Legal 500 US Elite, Missouri, Corporate and M&A (2025)
    • Named Best Lawyers® Business Organizations, Including LLCs and Partnerships, "Lawyer of the Year" in the St. Louis area (2023)
    • The Power List: Mergers & Acquisitions, Missouri Lawyers Media (2023, 2025)
    • Best M&A Providers, St. Louis Small Business Monthly (2016, 2018-2019, 2022)

Vincent J. Garozzo

Vince provides business-oriented solutions to clients across a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance, handling the tax, accounting, and business law considerations that accompany complex corporate deals. He has represented clients in transactions throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

As an M&A attorney, Vince guides clients through the legal, financial, and strategic complexities of buying, selling, and merging businesses. His practice includes structuring transactions, conducting due diligence, negotiating key agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.

Vince also serves as general counsel and special transaction counsel for publicly traded and closely held business organizations.

Vince’s multidisciplinary approach — looking at the financial and tax aspects in addition to legal and business matters — delivers exceptional value to his clients. He takes a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and devises creative solutions to get deals over the finish line.

Vince is extensively recognized for his legal work in mergers and acquisitions. Since 2018, he has been ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business as one of Missouri’s “Leaders in Their Field” in Corporate/M&A. Vince also has been consistently named to The Best Lawyers in America® and Missouri Lawyers Media’s The Power List: Mergers & Acquisitions.

A leader in the firm, Vince serves as Chair of the Corporate Department and was previously a member of the firm’s Governing Board.    

Vincent J. Garozzo

Vince provides business-oriented solutions to clients across a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance, handling the tax, accounting, and business law considerations that accompany complex corporate deals. He has represented clients in transactions throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

As an M&A attorney, Vince guides clients through the legal, financial, and strategic complexities of buying, selling, and merging businesses. His practice includes structuring transactions, conducting due diligence, negotiating key agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.

Vince also serves as general counsel and special transaction counsel for publicly traded and closely held business organizations.

Vince’s multidisciplinary approach — looking at the financial and tax aspects in addition to legal and business matters — delivers exceptional value to his clients. He takes a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and devises creative solutions to get deals over the finish line.

Vince is extensively recognized for his legal work in mergers and acquisitions. Since 2018, he has been ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business as one of Missouri’s “Leaders in Their Field” in Corporate/M&A. Vince also has been consistently named to The Best Lawyers in America® and Missouri Lawyers Media’s The Power List: Mergers & Acquisitions.

A leader in the firm, Vince serves as Chair of the Corporate Department and was previously a member of the firm’s Governing Board.    

Vincent J. Garozzo


Vincent J. Garozzo

Vince provides business-oriented solutions to clients across a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance, handling the tax, accounting, and business law considerations that accompany complex corporate deals. He has represented clients in transactions throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

As an M&A attorney, Vince guides clients through the legal, financial, and strategic complexities of buying, selling, and merging businesses. His practice includes structuring transactions, conducting due diligence, negotiating key agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and tax requirements.

Vince also serves as general counsel and special transaction counsel for publicly traded and closely held business organizations.

Vince’s multidisciplinary approach — looking at the financial and tax aspects in addition to legal and business matters — delivers exceptional value to his clients. He takes a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and devises creative solutions to get deals over the finish line.

Vince is extensively recognized for his legal work in mergers and acquisitions. Since 2018, he has been ranked by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business as one of Missouri’s “Leaders in Their Field” in Corporate/M&A. Vince also has been consistently named to The Best Lawyers in America® and Missouri Lawyers Media’s The Power List: Mergers & Acquisitions.

A leader in the firm, Vince serves as Chair of the Corporate Department and was previously a member of the firm’s Governing Board.