DALLAS – May 8, 2025 – Greenberg Traurig, LLP Dallas Shareholder Gemma Descoteaux has been named the recipient of the Legacy Award from D CEO and the Association for Corporate Growth-DFW. The recognition highlights Descoteaux’s remarkable contributions in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and her impact on North Texas’ business landscape over a career spanning more than three decades.
“Gemma’s unwavering commitment to her clients and her exceptional ability to navigate complex transactions are hallmarks of her success. We are excited to see her contributions celebrated with the Legacy Award and look forward to the impact she will continue to make in the M&A arena in Dallas and beyond,” said Joseph F. Coniglio, co-regional operating shareholder of Texas and managing shareholder of the firm's Dallas office.
The Mergers & Acquisitions Awards program celebrates the most significant acquisitions, dispositions, and financial transactions in North Texas, along with the dealmakers who brought them to fruition. All finalists were featured in the May issue of D CEO magazine and honored at the 12th Annual Mergers & Acquisitions Awards held May 6.
Descoteaux practices corporate law, focusing on mergers and acquisitions in various industries including technology, private equity, media, health care, and transportation. Her practice encompasses advising buyers and sellers in complex M&A transactions. She structures deals with consideration for financing, regulatory requirements, and market factors that may impact outcomes. Her approach combines practical strategies with a deep understanding of her clients’ industries.