Banking & Finance
USA Guide 2024 : Tennessee
Band 2
Contact number
+1 615 724 3200About
Provided by Burr & Forman LLP
Burr & Forman represents commercial banks, funds, financial institutions, and other capital providers, as well as borrowers and other capital users, in corporate and transactional matters, on regulatory and compliance issues, and in litigation.
In addition, we represent agents, lenders and borrowers, factors and their clients, and senior and junior lien holders. Our attorneys are particularly active in special assets, workout and bankruptcy transactions, bank litigation matters, and a wide range of loan transactions.
We work with banks and other lenders on real estate loan transactions, asset-based lending, corporate and investment lines of credit, and health care lending transactions. Burr's lending attorneys also have extensive experience with owner-occupied project facility finance, specialty equipment finance and local government tax abatement incentives.
Our banking and lending services include:
- Agricultural finance
- Bankruptcy litigation
- Commercial and industrial finance
- Commercial real estate finance
- Consumer and commercial finance litigation
- Equipment finance (aircraft, maritime & rolling stock)
- Foreclosures
- Health care finance
- Lender liability claims
- Letters of credit
- Leveraged acquisition finance
- Mezzanine finance
- Receiverships
- Representation of collection professionals and debt buyers
- Section 363 sales
- Syndicated and participated loan facilities
- Workouts and insolvencies
Chambers Review
Burr & Forman comprises a strong group with a wealth of experience in financings. It is increasingly recognized as an important player in the Tennessee market, acting for a host of banking clients. These range from regional to nationwide groups, providing them with particular experience in real estate and construction-related mandates.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Burr & Forman always delivers high-quality work and expertise."
"Burr & Forman is very well connected in the community and the current economic business market."
"Urgency is an admirable trait of this firm."
"The team at Burr face every challenge not just with our best interest in mind but also with a pro-business perspective to help optimize the outcome of the transaction."
"Burr & Forman's expertise spans a broad array of core lending solutions."
"Burr & Forman always delivers high-quality work and expertise."
"Burr & Forman is very well connected in the community and the current economic business market."
"Urgency is an admirable trait of this firm."
"The team at Burr face every challenge not just with our best interest in mind but also with a pro-business perspective to help optimize the outcome of the transaction."
"Burr & Forman's expertise spans a broad array of core lending solutions."
Notable Practitioners
Tucker Herndon is a key member of the lending team, with deep expertise in real estate and construction finance. His client base includes a notable range of banks.
"Tucker Herndon is an extremely strong attorney who excels at finding practical solutions to legal disagreements."
"He's got a lot of experience and he is versatile. He can play the role of pro-business closing attorney but also be there if things go sideways. He's very hard-working."
Lindsey Arnold frequently acts for banks and private equity groups on corporate finance mandates. She offers notable experience in the healthcare, manufacturing and construction sectors.
"Lindsey Arnold is responsive and extremely thorough. She explains things thoroughly and provides context for decisions in an easy-to-understand manner."
"She has the experience and skill to advise across a deep vertical of complexity."
"Lindsey is determined to tease out the nuance of every transaction and she is well equipped to construct a legal challenge when representing our interests. Providing this level of service enhances our competitive position."
"Lindsey is an excellent resource in any transaction. Her attention to detail and the knowledge she brings to the transaction are outstanding."
Nicole Keefe is an active associate in Burr & Forman's corporate and tax group. She is experienced representing regional banks in their capacity as lender in financing transactions.
"Nicole Keefe is a responsive and sophisticated attorney. I would recommend her to anyone."
"Nicole is a valued partner."
Ranked Lawyers at
Burr & Forman LLP
Tennessee