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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Banking & Finance

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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

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Banking & Finance - New York

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton has an accomplished finance practice that is widely regarded for its representation of leading borrower clients, particularly private equity funds. It is highly adept in leveraged finance matters and routinely sought after for its skills in high yield debt offerings, second-lien financings and mezzanine capital matters. The team is active in transactions across an enormous range of industries, with demonstrable expertise in healthcare, media and insurance.

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Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton advised Clayton, Dubiller & Rice in the financing of its $10.3 billion acquisition of Sealed Air Corporation.

Strengths

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  • The team is very smart, very commercial and focused on what matters. They are not afraid to come up with creative solutions.

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  • They understand complex structuring involved with these transactions and are able to advice their clients on the same. They are always doing the right thing for their client.

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  • They bring a cross-functional team to problem-solving, which allows them to provide solid advice and legal direction.

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  • The team is very quick to respond, and are very capable on managing existing types of risk.

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton combine a deep understanding of deals with unwavering commitment to their clients' goals to offer sophisticated borrower-side legal services.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Scott B Selinger
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    Scott B Selinger

    Scott Selinger maintains a broad practice covering a range of leveraged finance transactions.

    • He is able to navigate extremely complex capital structures and deals, and is always easy to work with.

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    • Scott is a strong and aggressive advocate for clients. He is a tireless worker with meticulous attention to detail.

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    • He is energetic, extremely hard-working and not afraid to roll up his sleeves.

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  • Ryan Rafferty
    Ryan Rafferty

    Ryan Rafferty

    Ryan Rafferty is held in high regard for his ability to handle a range of complex issues, including acquisition financings and restructurings.

    • He is highly sophisticated and commercial.

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    • Ryan is extremely knowledgeable about banking and finance markets for syndicated and private credit leveraged loans and high yield bonds.

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    • He is very practical and helps break through impasses with very creative solutions.

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