Recognized for his leadership in private equity and transformative deals.
B&T partner and co-chair of the firm's Private Equity group, Ryan Barncastle, has been named a finalist for Dealmaker of the Year in the Los Angeles Business Journal's 2025 M&A Awards. The firm is also a finalist forDeal of the Year.
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.
Ryan will be celebrated at the awards ceremony on September 11 in Los Angeles.