John Wilson
About John Wilson
John Wilson serves as the Head of Lateral Partner Growth for the Corporate, Finance and Investments Practice Group at King & Spalding, where he has worked since 2005. He specializes in real estate funds and advises a diverse client base, including private equity firms and investment managers, on strategic transactions and investment vehicle formation.
Work at King & Spalding
John Wilson has been a Partner at King & Spalding since 2005, accumulating 19 years of experience within the firm. He currently serves as the Head of Lateral Partner Growth for the Corporate, Finance and Investments Practice Group, a position he has held since 2018. In addition, he has been Co-Head of King & Spalding's Private Investment Funds Team since 2017. His role involves advising a diverse client base, including private equity firms and investment managers, on strategic transactions and fund formation.
Education and Expertise
John Wilson studied at the University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from 1990 to 1994. He continued his education at the University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law, achieving a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 1994 to 1997. His expertise includes advising on the formation of investment vehicles across various sectors, including infrastructure and energy, as well as liquidity planning for sponsors and their owners.
Background
Before his current roles, John Wilson worked as an Associate at King & Spalding from 1997 to 2005. His career has been focused on real estate funds, where he represents both public and private Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in fund formation. His extensive experience in the legal field has positioned him as a knowledgeable advisor in strategic transactions such as management 'lift outs' and recapitalizations for fund sponsors.
Achievements
John Wilson has been actively involved in various capacities at King & Spalding, including serving as a Policy Committee Member since 2017. His leadership roles within the firm reflect his commitment to advancing the interests of clients in the corporate finance and investments sector. His work with private equity firms and investment managers demonstrates his significant impact on the legal landscape related to investment funds.