Gilluly represents publicly-traded entities, high-growth technology companies, investment banks, venture capital and private equity funds providing capital. Among the largest deals he led last year were Bazaarvoice's $521 million take-private acquisition; SolarWinds's $355 million initial public offering—one of the largest SaaS IPOs of the year—and four subsequent acquisitions by the company (Samanage, Trusted Metrics, Loggly, Inc. and Protected Networks GmbH), as well as its $270 million follow-on offering. He also guided Q2 in its strategic acquisitions of Gro Solutions, Inc. and Cloud Lending, Inc., as well as its S$230 million 144A offering.

What is the top quality that you've used to succeed in the profession?

I try to always treat everyone involved in a matter with respect, fairly consider others' perspectives and related motivations and seek constructive resolutions to deal challenges.

What is one piece of advice you would give someone that you wish you had starting out?  

Client relationships, like any other type of relationship, can be positive or negative. Invest your time and energy on positive relationships.

What is one of your proudest achievements in the law, and what challenge did you have to overcome to achieve it?  

My proudest achievements come when I watch our associates leverage the skills learned at DLA and in our practice to make partner or achieve success in another venture.

An awards ceremony will be held on Sept. 18 at the Belo Mansion in Dallas. The Attorney of the Year award winner will be announced at the ceremony.

Click here for booking information. For information about sponsoring the event, contact Andre Sutton at 757-721-9020 or email [email protected].