The Texas Lawbook details the arrival of Shareholder Austin Freeman, the Firm's fifth Corporate & Securities shareholder in 2026, reflecting its continued investment in serving businesses and investors across Texas and beyond.

In the interview, Freeman discussed his move to Munsch Hardt, emerging trends in middle-market mergers and acquisitions, and notable transactions throughout his career, including Main Event Entertainment's $835 million sale to Dave & Buster's.

“Creative deal structures are increasingly important, even in the middle market,” Freeman told The Texas Lawbook.

Freeman also shared his perspective on evolving M&A market conditions, including how buyers and sellers are addressing valuation gaps through creative deal structures, flexible transaction terms and representations and warranties insurance.

Read the full Q&A in The Texas Lawbook.