Atty. Gordon M. Bava

Atty. Gordon M. Bava

Gordon Bava is a senior partner of the firm after serving for a decade as its Chief Executive and Managing Partner. Gordon’s practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, special committee representation, private and underwritten securities offerings and general corporate representation of clients in a variety of industries.

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About Gordon M. Bava at a glance

Gordon M. Bava is a business and m&a attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP. Admitted to practice in California, State Bar of California. Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gordon Bava is a senior partner of the firm after serving for a decade as its Chief Executive and Managing Partner
  • Gordon’s practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, special committee representation, private and underwritten securities offerings and general corporate representation of clients in a variety of industries
  • Gordon has conducted these services for public entertainment, utility and healthcare companies, local, regional and multinational financial institutions and holding companies, investment banks, and institutional and individual investors
  • Gordon previously served as the Executive-in-Residence at Rustic Canyon Ventures, Santa Monica, California, one of the largest venture capital funds in Southern California focusing on Internet businesses, business services and other technology-oriented, high-growth industries

Practice Areas Explained

Gordon M. Bava's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gordon M. Bava handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Gordon M. Bava is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gordon M. Bava

Where is Gordon M. Bava's law office located?
Gordon M. Bava's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gordon M. Bava handle?
Gordon M. Bava focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Gordon M. Bava go to law school?
Gordon M. Bava earned their education at (J.D., 1974).
How can I contact Gordon M. Bava for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gordon M. Bava received?
Gordon M. Bava's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1974

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Mergers and Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Southern California Super Lawyers,” Los Angeles Magazine, 2004-2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who in L.A. Law: Top 40 M&A Lawyers, Los Angeles Business Journal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named among the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Executive of the Year, Los Angeles Business Journal
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law (Los Angeles)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Financial Services Regulation Law (Los Angeles)
- 2014

Bar Admissions

California, State Bar of California

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