W. Matthew Strock is a Partner and Co-Head of the Transactional practice group at Vinson & Elkins LLP, based in Houston. He specializes in advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies on investments, acquisitions, financings, and divestitures across various sectors, including midstream, upstream, oilfield services, manufacturing, and technology. With two decades of experience, Strock focuses on critical legal issues to help clients meet their business objectives. His practice areas include Corporate Governance, Energy, High-Yield Offerings, IPOs & Equity Offerings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Special Purpose Acquisition Companies, Technology, and Venture Capital. Strock has been recognized by Chambers USA and Lawdragon for his expertise in Private Equity and Energy law.