Craig Circosta is a transactional attorney focusing on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate law and securities matters. With a diverse clientele that spans from small privately owned enterprises to Fortune 100 corporations, Craig brings extensive experience in various M&A transactions. His practice encompasses public and private mergers, stock acquisitions, divestitures and asset sales across a variety of industries, such as life sciences, chemicals, aerospace, insurance and retail.

Earlier in his career, Craig led the M&A practice group at a prominent national law firm. He is also a certified public accountant, adding a unique financial perspective to his legal counsel.

Education

  • Boston University School of Law (J.D., cum laude)
    • Villanova University (B.S., summa cum laude)
      • Accounting

    Bar Admission

    • Pennsylvania

    Professional Affiliations

    • Pennsylvania Bar Association
    • Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), Philadelphia Chapter
    • Kids Smiles Inc.
      • Board Chair, 2013-2019 
      • Emeritus Board Member, 2019-Present

    Recognition

    • Recognized as a Stand-out Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, 2024
    • Ranked in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Corporate/M&A and Private Equity, 2014-2025
    • The Legal 500 USA, Leading Lawyer, Mergers & Acquisitions, 2013-2019
    • IFLR1000, Highly Regarded – Pennsylvania, Capital Markets: Debt; Capital Markets: Equity/M&A, 2018, 2023-2024
    • Client Service All-Star, The BTI Consulting Group Inc., 2014 and 2017