January 21, 2026
Willkie advised Jacmel Partners and its portfolio company Arora Engineers, a global infrastructure solutions firm, on Arora Engineers’ acquisition of J.A. Watts, LLC (“JWI”), a Chicago-based program and construction management firm with offices across North America.
On January 20, Jacmel Partners announced that Arora Engineers completed its strategic acquisition of JWI, expanding its aviation and infrastructure solutions capabilities. JWI specializes in infrastructure construction, project, and program management services for public and private owners across the country. Similar to Arora Engineers, it focuses on serving clients across aviation, transportation, and other key infrastructure markets.
Jacmel Partners is an alternative investment firm dedicated to partnering with private companies and investing in projects that strengthen the nation's infrastructure.
The Willkie team was led by partners A. Mark Getachew and Najeh Baharun and counsel Emerson W. Girardeau III, and included associates Alexandra Rios and Jayla Simmons
