24 Oct 2025

"Cook Media Global Acquires Fair Trade Services with Weil's Legal Guidance"

"Weil advised Cook Media Global on its acquisition of Fair Trade Services, a prominent independent record label in the faith-based sector. The deal also involved an increase in Cook Media Global's credit facility with Pinnacle Bank. Cook Media Global, established in 1875, is a Christian publisher and music company with a diverse catalog. The Weil team included several partners and associates from various legal specialties."

Weil advised Cook Media Global in its acquisition of Fair Trade Services, a prominent independent record label in the faith-based market. The transaction also involved an upsizing of Cook Media Global’s existing credit facility with Pinnacle Bank. The Weil team was led by Private Equity partners Tom Ara and Frances Dales, along with Banking & Finance partner Benton Lewis. The team also included Private Equity associate Elizabeth Doski; Technology & IP Transactions partner David Markman and associate Maryann Thompson; Tax partner Mark Hoenig and associate Dylan Lionberger; Executive Compensation & Benefits partner Sarah Downie; and Employment partner Xander Tabloff, supported by associates Paige Mickel and Clare Godfryd.
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