The Southeastern M&A/Private Equity Forum is a key gathering of mid-market deals professionals throughout the Southeastern U.S. Nelson Mullins Atlanta Office Managing Partner Michael Hollingsworth is co-chair of this year's conference. Hollingsworth will also be a speaker on the first panel, "The State of the M&A and Private Equity Market," which will explore key trends and updates in the market, including the turbulent dimensions of 2020 and how it impacted current transactions.

Panel topics include: 

• The State of the M&A and Private Equity Market
• Proceed with Caution: Due Diligence Considerations in the Current Environment
• Around the Bend: Credit Considerations for a Post-Pandemic M&A Market
• The Specs of SPACs: The Growth of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies
• Paved by Good Intentions: Dispute Pains and Resolutions in Dealmaking

As in past years, Nelson Mullins will host the networking reception on its rooftop patio following the event.