Dechert Advises Graham Partners and E Tech Group on Acquisition of JSat Automation

June 02, 2025

Dechert advised both Graham Partners and E Tech Group on a recent transaction in which E Tech Group has acquired JSat Automation.

E Tech Group, acquired by Graham Partners in April 2024, is one of the largest automation engineering and system integration firms in North America.

The acquisition expands E Tech’s global presence to ten countries across three continents and adds significant experience in life sciences. This partnership will establish a powerhouse in the life sciences industry, offering clients one of the most extensive and comprehensive ranges of services and solutions.

Graham Partners is a private investment firm targeting advanced manufacturing companies.

JSat Automation is a leading provider of automation and engineering solutions in the Life Sciences industry, specializing in process controls, automation, MES systems, IT/OT convergence and validation consulting.

The Dechert team advising Graham Partners and E Tech Group was led by corporate partners R. Jeffrey Legath and Stephanie L. Haas and included corporate associates Nick Pullen and Christopher Mayer.

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