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Banking & Finance - New York

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is a major corporate player with a growing financing practice and strength in both borrower and lender representation, regularly acting for banking syndicates. Displays particular strength in syndicated lending, acquisition financing, asset-based lending, mezzanine financings and bond offerings. Highly regarded in the market for handling the finance elements of major cross-border transactions. Extensive experience acting for its diverse roster of clients in industries such as retail, energy and technology.

On May 1st, 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.

Work Highlights

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  • The team advised Goldman Sachs and UBS as lead arrangers and UBS as administrative agent on a $760 million senior secured term loan for Citco Funding.

Strengths

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"The group is very responsive and provides great service."

Banking & Finance respondent
USA

"The team is outstanding and experienced."

Banking & Finance respondent
USA

"The team are deal-makers who advocate strongly for clients."

Banking & Finance respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Maura O'Sullivan
2
Maura O'Sullivan
2
Band 2

Maura O'Sullivan is recognized for her high-level lender practice. Her work includes assisting investment banks in leveraged financings.

"She's knowledgeable and easy to work with."

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R Jake Mincemoyer
3
R Jake Mincemoyer
Head of Banking & Finance
3
Band 3

Jake Mincemoyer brings to his practice the ability to act in cross-border financings, with expert knowledge in those involving the UK. His broad-based expertise sees him advising both global banks and well-known corporate clients.

"He's very knowledgeable and an excellent commercial finance lawyer."

"He offers excellent cross-border advice and expertise."

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Michael K Chernick
4
Michael K Chernick
4
Band 4

Michael Chernick acts as counsel to both borrower and lender-side clients in high-value corporate finance transactions. He is also able to bring the added perspective lent by his substantial capital markets expertise.

"He's a great practitioner."

"An outstanding advocate on behalf of clients."

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Todd Koretzky
U
Todd Koretzky
U
Up and Coming

Todd Koretzky routinely assists high-profile clients with leveraged and acquisition financings. He regularly represents banks and alternative lenders in cross-border matters.

"He's pragmatic and easy to work with."

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Maura O'Sullivan
2
Maura O'Sullivan
2
Band 2
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R Jake Mincemoyer
3
R Jake Mincemoyer
Head of Banking & Finance
3
Band 3
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Michael K Chernick
4
Michael K Chernick
4
Band 4
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Todd Koretzky
U
Todd Koretzky
U
Up and Coming
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