Joe Babitz is an associate in the Firm’s Corporate and Finance Transactions department, where he specializes in advising clients on complex financial transactions. His practice encompasses representing financial institutions, investment banks, private equity sponsors, funds, and corporate borrowers in a variety of matters, including secured and unsecured syndicated credit facilities, direct lending transactions, corporate borrowings, and leveraged acquisitions, both domestic and international. Joe’s keen understanding of financial markets and transactional dynamics enables him to navigate sophisticated deals with precision and efficiency.

In addition to his finance practice, Joe provides strategic counsel to sports teams, owners, players, sponsors, and other key stakeholders in the sports and entertainment industries, helping them navigate high-profile commercial transactions. His experience includes negotiating and structuring naming rights deals, sponsorship agreements—including jersey and gaming industry sponsorships—media rights, suite licenses, and concession agreements. With a deep understanding of the industry’s evolving landscape, Joe works closely with clients to maximize brand value, enhance revenue opportunities, and forge long-term partnerships.

Joe has extensive experience working on high-profile transactions across diverse industries, giving him a versatile perspective and the ability to craft innovative solutions tailored to his clients' needs. He is known for his commercial approach to complex deal structuring and his dedication to achieving optimal outcomes for his clients. His background reflects a strong foundation in both finance and law, equipping him to address the complexities of modern corporate transactions.

Joe earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, where he served on the Editorial Board of the Virginia Law and Business Review and competed as a member of the Moot Court Team. During law school, he gained invaluable judicial insight through an internship with the United States District Court in St. Louis, Missouri. Joe also holds a B.B.A. in Finance and Business Management from the University of Miami, where he graduated with distinction.