Bodman PLC, Banking & Finance | Chambers USA Profile

About

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Knowledge is power. In the banking and financial services industries, knowledge separates those who falter from those who prosper. Bodman is an unparalleled source of knowledge and experience in Michigan’s complex and competitive market.

Our group’s Members have extensive experience counseling banks, credit unions, savings and loan associations, and a variety of non-depository financial institutions. As Michigan’s premier banking law firm according to Chambers USA, we have formed enduring partnerships with the area’s financial leaders.

We represent financial institutions in every aspect of the credit cycle and in all aspects of their business. As one of Michigan’s largest and most successful law firms, we can leverage our experience and resources to offer financial institutions advice across many practice areas.

With access to the firm’s substantial intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, tax, environmental, and real estate practices, our banking lawyers can offer financial institutions legal advice and solutions that are both sophisticated and practical.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Michigan

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Bodman has a prominent banking and finance group characterized by significant transactional, lending and regulatory experience. The firm is particularly adept at advising regional and national banks and credit unions involved in the financing of construction and healthcare projects.

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Work Highlights

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Bodman represented Comerica Bank as administrative agent, sole lead arranger and sole bookrunner, and as a lender, on an underwritten syndicated credit facility for Warby Parker.

Strengths

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"I have the utmost confidence in Bodman's ability to handle even the most complex of legal matters. They do what it takes to make sure the job gets done on time and approach everything with a solution mindset, which is extremely valuable."

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"The team at Bodman is well versed in various market structures and does a great job of educating us on nuances of legal deal points."

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"The team at Bodman is well versed in various market structures and does a great job of educating us on nuances of legal deal points."

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Notable Practitioners

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Kathleen O'Callaghan Hickey

Senior Statespeople

Kathleen O'Callaghan Hickey is a well-regarded attorney noted for her work in bond transactions and tax-exempt financing. She assists banks in loan documentation on transactions relating to the construction and assisted living sectors.

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Larry R Shulman

Star Individuals

Larry Shulman is one of the most accomplished figures in the field of banking and finance. He maintains a wealth of experience in financing, major transactions and lending. He is sought after by major banks for his in-depth knowledge and expertise.

"I have the highest level of confidence in both his legal expertise and business acumen."

"Simply the best attorney I've ever worked with. A living legend."

"Larry is wonderful. His vast experience and leadership helps push larger, more complex deals to close."

"Larry's attention to detail, knowledge, communication and responsiveness are unparalleled."

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Joseph J Kochanek

Band 1

Joseph Kochanek is a highly respected practitioner in the Michigan legal market. He regularly acts for banks and financial institutions in syndicated credit facility agreements and large loan transactions, and his experience encompasses secured and unsecured lending.

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Adam Norlander

Band 2

Adam Norlander cochairs the firm's banking group and is noted for his work with financial institutions in syndicated credit facility agreements and loan transactions.

"Adam is smart, responsive, commercial and offers a quick turnaround with sound advice. He has the ability to handle complex capital structures, M&A and compressed timelines."

"His level of sophistication is top notch while maintaining commercial awareness and keeping the client's best interest in mind."

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