Forrest O. Dillon

Mr. Dillon concentrates his practice in mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, investment and finance, tax and business structuring, commercial transactions and related tax issues.

He represents public and private companies, emerging businesses, and investors. Mr. Dillon’s work customarily involves conducting legal due diligence, structuring transactions, and preparing and negotiating definitive agreements.

Mr. Dillon is a certified public accountant and advises clients on the financial and tax implications of corporate transactions. Before joining Bodman, he was a manager in the tax department of an international accounting firm.

Mr. Dillon is a member of the American Bar Association (Business Law Section). He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2021 under Corporate and in DBusiness Magazine “Top Lawyers” 2020 under Antitrust Law, Corporate Law, and M&A. He has been listed multiple times in Michigan Super Lawyers under Business/Corporate. Mr. Dillon is AV Preeminent® Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Honors, Awards, and Recognition

• The Best Lawyers in America® 2018-2021, Corporate
• DBusiness Magazine "Top Lawyers" 2010-2014, 2016, 2018-2020, Antitrust, Corporate, M&A
• Michigan Super Lawyers, 2006, 2012-2013, Business/Corporate
• Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence; Endorsed for High Ethical Standing

Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Professional Affiliations

• American Bar Association
  
  • Business Law Section

Representative Matters

Mr. Dillon’s recent representations include:

• Representing a vehicle manufacturer regulated under state vehicle dealer acts.
• Representing automotive suppliers and other manufacturers in vendor relations matters including drafting and negotiating supply agreements, terms and conditions, and other contracts involving all phases of the supply chain.
• Representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan in its acquisition of M-Care.
• Representing purchasers and sellers of businesses in sales pursuant to Section 363(a) of the Bankruptcy Code and Section 338(h)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code.
• Representing shareholders of S corporations in the sale of control to private equity investors that are ineligible shareholders (S corporation inversion structure).
• Representing Meadowbrook Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE) in its acquisition of privately held companies and in its acquisition of ProCentury Corporation (NASDAQ).
• Representing auto suppliers in their acquisition of other manufacturers (including, manufacturers in the health care, oil and gas, and aerospace industries).
• Representing a vehicle manufacturer regulated under state vehicle dealer acts.
• Representing auto suppliers in the disposition of non-core businesses.
• Representing purchasers and sellers of businesses pursuant to Section 363(a) sales transactions.
• Representing shareholders of an international manufacturer in the sale of their stock to a Japanese manufacturer.
• Representing foreign companies in structuring operations in the U.S. and in their acquisition of U.S. businesses.

Related News

• 08/20/202061 Bodman PLC Attorneys Named to 2021 Best Lawyers in America List
• 11/01/201970 Bodman Attorneys Included in DBusiness Top Lawyers 2020
• 08/15/201948 Bodman Attorneys Named to 2020 Best Lawyers in America List
• 11/01/201842 Bodman Attorneys named to “Top Lawyers 2019” by DBusiness Magazine
• 08/15/201845 Bodman PLC Attorneys Named to 2019 Best Lawyers in America List