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WYMAN G. Smith..

Attorney | Member, Board of Directors | Shareholder
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Profile..

His expertise in business sales, mergers and acquisitions has earned Wyman a reputation as a “deal maker.”  His advice to corporations, LLC’s, partnerships, family businesses, and individuals extends to matters relating to securities, finance, negotiation, licensing, permitting, real estate, and tax and estate planning implications.

He was a founder of The Vintage Bank, and served as Corporate Counsel and Secretary for Northbay Bancorp, The Vintage Bank, and Solano Bank until the recent merger with Umpqua Holdings Corporation.

With nearly 30 years practicing transactional law and actively participating in the Napa Valley community, Wyman has developed an invaluable and diverse network of contacts.

Areas of Practice..

Business and Real Estate Group, Chair

  • Corporate Operations & Governance
  • Sales, Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Transition & Succession Planning

Wine Law Practice Group, Chair

Education..

Mc George School of Law, University of the Pacific,
.. Juris Doctor, 1976
University of Colorado, Bachelor of Arts, 1972

Personal Interests..

Wyman farms twelve acres of hillside Cabernet on Mt. Veeder, organically grown grapes bottled by Neal Family Vineyards and sold under the One Lane Bridge™ vineyard designation.  Given his familiarity with viticulture practices, he shares the challenges and satisfaction facing vintners and growers everywhere.

Born and raised in Sacramento, California, Wyman enjoys exploring the nearby High Sierras, skiing throughout the western states, and biking almost daily throughout the year.

Community Involvement..

Napa Valley Economic Development Corporation,
.. past-President and member, Board of Directors
Solano Economic Development Corporation, past-member,
.. Board of Directors
Queen of the Valley Hospital, past-Chairman, Board of Trustees
Queen of the Valley Hospital Foundation, Honorary Trustee,
.. and past-President
Rotary Club of Napa, member
American Cancer Society (Napa County Unit), past-President Youth soccer coach for many years

COPIA, member, Board of Trustees

Tulocay Cemetery, member, Board of Directors

Affiliations..

Napa County Bar Association, President, 2000
Solano County Bar Association
State Bar of California, Business Law Section
American Bar Association, Banking and Business Law Sections
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Joined the Firm..

Attorney 1977
Shareholder 1979
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Contact..
wsmith@gawvanmale.com
707 252-9000
 
   
 

 

 

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