Chambers Review
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Banking & Finance - Pennsylvania: Pittsburgh & Surrounds
What the Team is Known For
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney has a highly regarded banking and finance team recognized for its expertise in a range of sophisticated transactions and financings, including cash flow deals and asset-based loans, leveraged acquisitions and debtor-in-possession financings. Additionally noted for its strengths in equipment and real estate finance, and also maintains a fine reputation for its work in the energy and manufacturing sectors. Also comes recommended for its public finance expertise and maintains a fine reputation for its work in the healthcare, education and security arenas.
Strengths
"The team is knowledgeable at all levels, responsive and timely."
"Buchanan has a strong banking practice. The practitioners are also professional and responsive."
Work Highlights
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney advised Mid Penn Bancorp on multiple add-on acquisitions and joinder agreements on an $80 million syndicated secured loan transaction.
Notable practitioners
Donald Malecki maintains a prominent commercial lending practice. He frequently represents a range of financial institutions in matters including workouts and financings.
"He's a very highly regarded finance lawyer."
Sean Girdwood chairs the firm's banking practice. He is noted for his strong expertise in syndicated credit facilities and debt financings.
"Sean is a go-to partner that provides a sophisticated client service."
"He is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney."
LaToya Sawyer-Ndizeye is an up-and-coming lawyer known for her bank representations in various lender transactions.
"LaToya is a very talented lawyer and she delivers great client service."