Strategic Counsel for Capital Markets, Corporate Governance, and Securities Advisory
Kerry Shannon Burke delivers board-level guidance and transaction execution that drives business results for public and private companies. With more than 25 years of experience advising on capital markets transactions, corporate governance and public company reporting and compliance matters, Kerry is trusted by boards and the C-suite to translate legal complexity into business clarity, anticipate regulatory risk, and deliver measurable outcomes that support strategic growth and governance priorities.
Capital Markets and Financing Expertise
Kerry structures and closes high-value transactions—including IPOs, private placements, debt and equity financings and acquisition financing—for issuers ranging from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 enterprises, as well as underwriters and institutional investors. Her approach emphasizes speed, precision and risk mitigation to protect enterprise value.
Corporate Governance Leadership
Boards and senior management rely on Kerry for actionable guidance on SEC and ESG reporting, governance strategy, cybersecurity disclosure, succession planning and compliance program design. She also assists private companies with IPO readiness, advising on board independence, internal controls and disclosure frameworks that withstand regulatory scrutiny.
Specialized Investment Advisers Act Counsel
Kerry also is an authority on the Investment Advisers Act, advising private equity, hedge and venture capital funds and financial institutions on status determinations and ongoing compliance, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory standards.