Howard S. Glazer

Howard S. Glazer focuses his legal practice on private equity and mergers and acquisitions, advising clients through complex and high-value transactions. He is known for offering practical guidance on deal structure, negotiation strategy, and execution, helping businesses and investment sponsors navigate acquisitions, recapitalizations, and strategic investments with clarity and confidence.

Howard completed a BA (Political Science), magna cum laude, at the University of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences. He later earned a BS (Finance), magna cum laude, from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by an MBA (Accounting), with Distinction. He received his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.

Howard concentrates his practice on private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and related investment matters. His work includes leveraged buyouts, preferred equity investments, leveraged recapitalizations, restructurings, and complex negotiations. He regularly assists clients in managing risk, aligning deal terms with business goals, and completing transactions efficiently across industries.

Howard has represented private equity sponsors and portfolio companies in acquisitions, sales, mergers, and minority investments. His experience spans technology, healthcare, infrastructure, education, consumer brands, and industrial services. Through this work, he helps clients structure durable deals that support long-term growth while addressing regulatory, financial, and operational considerations.

Howard has received recognition for his work in private equity and transactional law. His honors include Lawyer of the Year – Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2025), Best Lawyers in America (2023–2026), Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business (2015–2018), Legal 500 (2014), and Los Angeles Business Journal 2023 Leaders of Influence: Private Equity Investors & Advisors.

Howard S. Glazer continues to guide clients through complex business decisions with a steady, solutions-focused approach. He is valued for translating sophisticated legal issues into practical advice, enabling clients to move forward with confidence while protecting their interests throughout each stage of the transaction process.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Ropes & Gray LLP
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Massachusetts
• New York

Education

• University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Science (BS)
• University of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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