Jacqueline (Jackie) Wilcox
- Chicago
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Jackie is a trusted advisor to companies navigating mergers, acquisitions, and other high-stakes corporate transactions.
Jackie advises public and private companies, private equity sponsors, family offices, and management teams in connection with domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, joint ventures, and other complex transactions. Her work spans a wide range of industries, including financial services, technology, consumer products, food and beverage, and manufacturing.
Clients value Jackie’s judgment, responsiveness, and steady leadership through fast-moving and high-stakes negotiations. She works seamlessly with cross-functional deal teams, anticipating challenges before they arise and helping clients navigate critical decisions with confidence.
Also a licensed certified public accountant (CPA), Jackie brings an added layer of financial fluency to her work, allowing her to align legal strategy with business priorities and communicate effectively across legal, financial, and operational teams.
Areas of focus
Education & Credentials
Education
- University of Wisconsin Law School, J.D., cum laude, Managing Editor, Wisconsin Law Review, 2014
- University of Wisconsin School of Business, B.B.A., Accounting, with distinction, 2011
Bar and Court Admissions
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Illinois
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Wisconsin
Related Employment
- Husch Blackwell LLP, Milwaukee, WI, Associate, 2014-2021
Professional Recognition
Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Corporate Law; and Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), 2021-2025
Member of the Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society, 2015-present
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)