Hirsh M. Ament

Hirsh M. Ament provides legal counsel on complex corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, securities transactions, and corporate governance. He helps clients navigate public and private equity and debt offerings, including IPOs. His practice spans a broad range of entities such as REITs, business development companies, and registered investment companies.

Hirsh earned his B.A. summa cum laude from the University of Maryland in 2006, followed by a J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Maryland School of Law in 2009. He was a member of the Journal of Business & Technology Law and was inducted into the Order of the Coif, recognizing his academic excellence.

Hirsh frequently works with boards of directors and board committees on matters like takeover defenses and strategic transactions. His advice is critical in multimillion- and multibillion-dollar mergers, financing deals, and reorganizations. He also supports closed-end funds and business development companies during IPOs and other offerings.

Hirsh has acted as Maryland counsel in high-profile deals, including stock-for-stock mergers, REIT conversions, and management agreement restructurings. His work supports clients through fund formations, proxy contests, and regulatory governance under Maryland law. These roles often involve complex structuring and legal frameworks that require focused knowledge of corporate statutes.

Hirsh is deeply experienced in representing special committees, particularly when evaluating strategic alternatives or overseeing investigations. He has helped companies raise billions in capital and represented entities in the technology, real estate, consumer, and finance sectors during major transactions. His support ensures legal compliance and strategic alignment at every stage.

Hirsh M. Ament brings sharp insight and steady legal judgment to every transaction. His career reflects a commitment to helping companies achieve growth, manage risk, and operate under strong governance standards. He continues to assist clients in navigating critical decisions that shape their businesses and industries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Venable LLP
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland

Education

• University of Maryland School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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