Ryan Barncastle Nominated for Dealmaker of the Year by Los Angeles Business Journal

B&T partner and co-chair of the firm’s Private Equity practice, Ryan Barncastle, has been nominated for Dealmaker of the Year in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 M&A Awards.

The awards spotlight the year’s most significant mergers and acquisitions and the professionals — attorneys, investors, advisors, and dealmakers — whose work drives growth and innovation across industries.

A trusted attorney in the middle market, Ryan guides private equity funds, independent sponsors, family offices, and strategic buyers through high-stakes transactions nationwide. From buyouts and add-ons to recapitalizations, he helps clients close complex deals across industries including healthcare, technology, consumer products, and manufacturing.