David Kronenfeld, Esquire

David Kronenfeld

Senior Associate

David Kronenfeld, Esquire, is a Senior Associate whose legal practice is focused on corporate and securities law, and mergers and acquisitions. David earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2010 and Master of Laws in Taxation in 2011 from Washington University in St. Louis.

David is experienced in blending legal protection with business pragmatism, which adds tremendous value to clients whom Hunter Business Law serves in a manner similar to in-house counsel. Additionally, David is a multi-state licensed attorney, and is licensed to practice in Florida, Arkansas, Missouri, and Texas.

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Client Engagement Highlights

2020 sale of a Tampa Bay area commercial roofing company to a private equity backed, out of state buyer for an undisclosed amount; acted as lead associate representing the seller; duties included reviewing, preparing and negotiating terms of the asset purchase agreement, ancillary documents, and associated disclosure schedules; coordinated various items directly with seller’s sole shareholder, including all closing documents and roofing dual licensure and compliance matters.
2020 sale of a Tampa movie theater to a private buyer for an undisclosed amount; acted as lead associate representing the seller; managed all aspects of the transaction from production of the membership interest purchase agreement and ancillary documents to closing.
Sale of a specialty chemical adhesives manufacturer to AEA Investors backed portfolio company PLZ Aerosciences, Inc. for an undisclosed amount; acted as lead associate for the investment bank representing the seller; duties included drafting offering documents, reviewing financials, conducting due diligence and reviewing asset purchase agreement.
Sale of a fastener manufacturing company in a cross-border transaction for an undisclosed amount; acted as lead associate for the investment bank representing the seller; duties included drafting offering documents, reviewing financials, conducting due diligence and reviewing asset purchase agreement.
Sale of a controlling interest in a publicly listed company in a cross-border transaction; acted as associate general counsel for the company; duties included reviewing the share purchase agreement, assisting in valuation analysis and corporate governance issues for board of directors and shareholder approval; liaison with counsel for an international buyer and coordinating multi-national legal team.
Sale of a multi-location medical practice to a private equity-backed buyer; acted as lead associate representing the seller; duties included reviewing the asset purchase agreement; verifying accuracy of schedules; managing due diligence document production to buyer; coordinating assorted items with seller’s management; drafting and reviewing employment agreements, side letter indemnification agreement, closing documents, and other related transaction documents.
Sale of a large insurance practice to a private equity-backed buyer; acted as lead associate; duties included reviewing the asset purchase agreement; verifying accuracy of schedules; managing due diligence document production to buyer; coordinating assorted items with seller’s management; drafting and reviewing employment agreements, closing documents, and other related transaction documents.
Represented a Florida based private equity fund, in its $75 million investment into a marina roll-up play; acted as lead associate in reviewing the fund documents; subscription agreement and private placement memorandum for fund’s investors; also reviewed transaction documents for investment into roll-up company.
Sale of an international automotive accessories manufacturer to a private equity-backed manufacturing company; acted as lead associate; duties included drafting and reviewing the asset purchase agreement; verifying accuracy of schedules; managing due diligence document production to buyer; coordinating assorted items with seller’s management; drafting and reviewing employment agreements, side letter indemnification agreement, closing documents, and other related transaction documents.
Advised and assisted the Tampa Bay History Center in acquiring a large collection of maritime artifacts for a permanent exhibit.

Education

2011 graduate of Washington University, Master of Laws in Taxation
2010 graduate of Washington University, Juris Doctorate
Scholar of Law Scholarship Recipient
2007 graduate of Washington and Lee University, Bachelor of Arts in European History and East Asian Language and Literature

Legal Experience

Practice Areas include business law, corporate and securities law, and mergers and acquisitions, and tax law.
Legal Work History:
- Hunter Business Law, Senior Associate: 2019 – Present
- Cotney Construction Law, Associate: 2018 – 2019
- Macfarlane, Ferguson & McMullen, Associate – Corporate & Tax Practice Group: 2016 – 2018
- Odyssey Marine Exploration, Associate General Counsel: 2012 – 2016
- Clayton Capital Partners, Associate: 2010 – 2012

Professional Memberships

Florida Bar since 2013
Arkansas Bar since 2011
Missouri Bar since 2019
Texas Bar since 2012
Florida Bar Section Memberships:
- Business Law
- Real Property, Probate & Trust
- Young Lawyers
Vice President of the Florida West Coast Washington & Lee alumni chapter
Member of the Association for Corporate Growth
Member of the Tampa Yacht and Country Club

Presentations and Publications

Co-Presenter: Pressing Restart – A Discussion of Various COVID-19 Related Issues from PPP Loan to Contracts Clauses, presented virtually by ITServe Alliance – May 29, 2020
Author of Blog Ten Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Business – January 30, 2020
Author of Blog What is EBITDA and why does it matter? – October 2, 2019
Author of Blog Should I Issue Stock Certificates to Investors in my Company? – September 24, 2019
Author of Blog What is Due Diligence? – May 20, 2019
Author of Blog What if My Contracts are Unassignable to the Buyer of My Business? – April 26, 2019
Presented on the history of firearms laws in America at St. Petersburg College in August 2018 – http://www.tbreporter.com/education/spc-forum-explore-myths-gun-violence/
Presented during the UBS Small Business Forum in 2017 on the topic of Merger & Acquisitions
Published in Issue 9:1, Kaliningrad in the 21st Century – Independence, Semi-Autonomy, or Continued Second-Class Citizenship?

Recognition and Awards

Recognized among the esteemed Super Lawyers 2020 and 2020 Florida Rising Stars.

Working with David Kronenfeld restored my belief that attorneys do still exist who are highly skilled and experienced yet also down to earth and enjoyable to work with. He’s the type of lawyer you can actually form a long-term professional relationship with because you know he has your best interest at heart as opposed to looking at you as billable hours like many other attorneys I’ve worked with prior.

My business partner and I first worked with David to create investment documents that were complex in nature, and that required significant expertise and a lot of communication and brainstorming. David really impressed me with his patience, conscientiousness, diligence, and thoroughness. As entrepreneurs, we had little to no experience in this process, but David was excellent at explaining things in terms that we could understand. I now rely on him for all legal matters in his scope because I know he will have my back. Without hesitation, I recommend David and look forward to working with him for many years to come.

-Erin Knorr, Owner of SPANGA Software

David Kronenfeld was referred to me and my partner as a trusted attorney that could assist us with a PPM (private placement memorandum) for a new business of ours. I was told David was easy to work with and smart. I found him to be professional, on-time, helpful, smart, and willing to explain a complex PPM, so we felt comfortable we were making the right moves. We had at least three revisions and each time David was ready or eager to accommodate our needs. I would highly recommend David to anyone that wants to work with a human-attorney that pays attention to people and the details.

-Keith Gordon, Co-founder Showing Bee

David Kronenfeld has been absolutely phenomenal in helping me with some complex and meticulous legal issues. He was extremely patient and available throughout the process, and he did an excellent job of working with the third parties I had to deal with to start my business. Other professionals who dealt with him while he was assisting me were all impressed by his decorum, knowledge, and legal acumen. David far exceeded all expectations I had from working with attorneys in the past, and I strongly recommend his services if you are searching for legal counsel. Thanks again, David!

-Max Martin of Keyes Co. Realty

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