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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance

USA Guide 2026 : New York

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A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance - New York

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. The firm displays particular strength in syndicated lending, acquisition financing, asset-based lending, mezzanine financings and bond offerings. It is highly regarded in the market for handling the finance elements of major cross-border transactions. The group has extensive experience acting for its diverse roster of clients in industries such as retail, energy and technology.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised HSBC Continental Europe and CaixaBank, as joint global coordinators, underwriters, mandated lead arrangers and joint bookrunners, in connection with the financing of Ferrero International's acquisition of WK Kellogg.

Strengths

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  • Their international footprint allows for better execution of cross-border deals.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • A&O Shearman has very strong bank relationships.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Maura O'Sullivan
    Maura O'Sullivan

    Maura O'Sullivan

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

    R Jake Mincemoyer

    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.

    • Jake is a seasoned professional. He is a problem-solver, extremely commercial and very knowledgeable.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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  • Michael K Chernick
    Michael K Chernick

    Michael K Chernick

    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.

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  • Todd Koretzky
    Todd Koretzky

    Todd Koretzky

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

    • Todd is a very experience leveraged finance partner with strong sense of commitment.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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