BoyarMiller Closes Acquisition of Criteria Labs by Dover Corporation

HOUSTON (10.31.2024) – BoyarMiller represented Criteria Labs, Inc. in its acquisition by Dover Corporation on Aug. 9, marking the folding of Criteria Labs into Dover’s Microwave Products Group.

The acquisition underscores Dover’s ongoing commitment to advancing its microwave technology offerings and strengthening its portfolio within the radio frequency (RF) and microelectronics sectors. The legal team from BoyarMiller was led by Founding Shareholder Gary Miller, and included Shareholder Travis L. Johnson, and Associate Mary Pilson.

“We are proud to have supported Criteria Labs throughout this important transaction,” Miller said. “Their innovation and leadership in RF solutions made this acquisition a compelling opportunity for Dover’s MPG.”

Criteria Labs, a recognized leader in RF device and microelectronic engineering solutions, specializes in high-reliability applications across a variety of industries, including space, aerospace, and defense. With services that include design, package assembly, and space testing.

Dover’s Microwave Products Group focuses on high-performance RF and microwave solutions. The acquisition of Criteria Labs will enhance their ability to meet Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) requirements which are critical to defense and communication applications.

Statesman Corporate Finance served as the exclusive financial advisor to Criteria Labs on the transaction.

About Criteria Labs

Criteria Labs is a leading provider of RF device and microelectronic engineering solutions, offering specialized services for high-reliability applications across various industries, including space, defense, and commercial semiconductors. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company has built a reputation for delivering cutting-edge engineering and packaging solutions.

About Dover Corporation

Dover Corporation is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenues exceeding $7 billion. Dover delivers innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software, and digital solutions, serving a wide variety of industries and markets.

About BoyarMiller

BoyarMiller is a mid-size Houston-based law firm that advances client business goals by bringing new possibilities into focus with confidence and clarity to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Since 1990, we have been providing practical and smart business solutions. Our firm comprises two practice groups—business law and litigation—and we serve multinational companies, middle-market businesses, and entrepreneurs in need of collaborative and strategic representation.