Capital Markets: Equity: Issuer Counsel

Michael Kaplan stands out for his market-leading practice, which encompasses the representation of issuers and managers in high-yield and investment-grade debt issuances, as well as equity offerings.

"Michael is one of the best and most experienced underwriters counsel in the market."

"He is unquestionably a star. Michael is a real pleasure to work with."

"Michael's advice is particularly valuable for navigating complex situations."

Richard Truesdell wins broad acclaim as an industry-leading name for securities transactions. Hisstellar practice runs the full gamut of issuer and manager representation, advising on debt and equity offerings by companies in diverse industries.

"Richard is the epitome of a trusted advisor. He is in the trenches with you on any complex problem."

"He always provides commercial, pragmatic advice and is unbelievably insightful."

Alan Denenberg impresses with his experience handling significant IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as high profile debt transactions, ranging from high-yield bonds to convertible debt.

"He is a fantastic lawyer. Alan is extraordinarily responsive and epitomizes good judgment and expertise."

"Alan is excellent. He is a leader in this field."

"Alan is very practical and gives advice that fits in with the wider market."

Deanna Kirkpatrick is a great choice of counsel for complex debt and equity transactions, boasting an excellent track record in traditional biotechnology IPOs as well as in taking SPACs public.

"Deanna is an amazing partner and really well-respected across the industry."

"Deanna is very highly regarded. She is a strong and practical lawyer."

John Meade maintains a broad capital markets practice, dedicated to the representation of both issuer and manager-side clients in IPOs, and other equity offerings, as well as debt issuances.

"John is an exceptional attorney all around, with an encyclopedic knowledge of capital markets and IPO processes."

"John has really good judgment and he is ahead of the changing rules. He is decisive, practical and hard-working."

"John executes complex transactions flawlessly. He has wisdom, leadership and problem solving skills and provides sophisticated, thoughtful and actionable advice."

Byron Rooney continues to impress clients with his talent at handling the full range of debt and equity securities offerings, including advising on novel transactional structures.

"Byron has a wealth of knowledge and is very commercial."

"He has encyclopedic knowledge of the SEC. He is a creative problem solver and helps enormously when navigating complex problems."

"Byron is an extremely intelligent and very practical partner."

Emily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household name issuers and high profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.

"Emily is a very thoughtful lawyer."

"She is exceptional."

Derek Dostal comes recommended for his comprehensive debt practice. He has also established himself as a key figure in equity capital markets, with a particular expertise in SPACs.

"Derek is always willing to think outside of the box."

"Derek has a well respected equity and SPACs practice."

Marcel Fausten is developing an impressive reputation among companies and leading investment banks as a capital markets adviser of choice for debt and equity transactions.

"Marcel is supremely efficient and practical."

"Marcel provides solid advice, is very practical and fully aware of commercial challenges and the industry overall."

"He is excellent, very attentive and focused."

Yasin Keshvargar gains recognition from issuers and underwriters for his ability to assist with a wide range of debt and equity transactions, including IPOs.

"Yasin is a great partner and trusted advisor."