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Dechert’s securitization team handles large, complex products and structured finance transactions involving a wide variety of asset classes, derivatives and other complex structures.
We represent issuers, underwriters and other ABS participants in structuring both traditional debt obligations and novel securities transactions.
With full access to Dechert’s resources in securities, tax, real estate, bankruptcy and other areas of corporate law that can affect the creditworthiness and attractiveness of an offering, we provide efficient, cross-disciplinary service, innovative structures and timely completion of our clients’ transactions, regardless of complexity or market conditions.
Dechert has a core team of professionals advising on the law, regulation, and practice of the development and execution of commodities and related derivative and structured transactions, products and vehicles. We have a unique perspective on the business and legal issues of primary importance to all market participants. Dechert regularly represents both buy-side and sell-side clients, including commercial and investment banks, in connection with a broad array of equity and fixed-income derivative transactions.
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Dechert represented Ballyrock Investment Advisors LLC, as collateral manager, in connection to a $506 million new issue CLO.
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Dechert demonstrates extensive experience and expertise in the CLO market. They have long-standing, experienced partners backed by a larger team of associate and junior counsel. They are always responsive and have excellent technical capabilities.
The Dechert team stands out for deep execution experience. Issues are anticipated and resolved in first drafts. They show sharp market judgment, are collaborative and and help us make fast, informed trade-offs.
Dechert's responsiveness and creative problem solving are the hallmark of the firm. They always prove to be one of the best firms particularly when matters are complex and sophisticated.
Dechert is always responsive and thorough. They always come prepared and provide very clear guidance for us to make solid business decisions. They provide views from all perspectives.
Dechert has shown a tremendous ability to think outside the box and use their commercial knowledge and expertise to address complex or unique situations.
Dechert demonstrates extensive experience and expertise in the CLO market. They have long-standing, experienced partners backed by a larger team of associate and junior counsel. They are always responsive and have excellent technical capabilities.
The Dechert team stands out for deep execution experience. Issues are anticipated and resolved in first drafts. They show sharp market judgment, are collaborative and and help us make fast, informed trade-offs.
Dechert's responsiveness and creative problem solving are the hallmark of the firm. They always prove to be one of the best firms particularly when matters are complex and sophisticated.
Dechert is always responsive and thorough. They always come prepared and provide very clear guidance for us to make solid business decisions. They provide views from all perspectives.
Dechert has shown a tremendous ability to think outside the box and use their commercial knowledge and expertise to address complex or unique situations.
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John is the gold standard. His knowledge of the CLO market is unmatched.

Ken is a fantastic leader. His ability to simplify complex issues with thoughtful solutions truly stands out.

Will is one of the most creative structured finance tax partners in the business. He is knowledgeable, creative and efficient.
William is the go-to tax lawyer out there, bar none.
Will is one of the small number of people who knows the tax rules around RMBS.

I have unfailingly found Christopher to be extremely thorough, commercial, responsive, knowledgeable and clear in his communications and explanations.
His work on CLOs and rated feeders drive the fields forward and I trust him with complex or novel deal structures.

Laura Swihart is the co-chair of the global finance and real estate practice groups. She regularly acts for issuers and underwriters on a broad range of securitization transactions.
Laura is an exceptional legal mind with savvy business acumen, strong emotional intelligence and excellent judgment.

He is always out there looking out for us and suggesting new things.
Ralph is an excellent counsel who is approachable, smart, forward thinking and a pleasure to work with.
Ralph takes an interest in his clients’ overall business goals and provides service based on that wholistic framework. He’s an expert in his field but also a full service partner.

Stewart McQueen is sought after by various interested parties for advice on CRE CLO transactions. His clients range from issuers to collateral managers. He is also recognized for his expertise in advising on CMBS.
Stewart really knows his market and he has a ton of good knowledge to leverage.
Stewart is a market leader in the commercial real estate securitization space. He is our go-to choice for CRE CLO advice.

Andrew stands out for concise, commercial guidance in ABS matters. He doesn’t just give legal options, he frames each path in terms of economics, execution risk and current market standards.
Andrew is thoughtful, smart and a great ally to have on a deal.
Andrew provides expertise, responsiveness and commercial guidance.
Andrew is a fantastic attorney who makes us feel like we are his only client. He is able to apply his knowledge and commercial awareness to our matters to ensure we reach the best solution for the company.
Andrew is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who has continually provided us the highest level of service.

Lawton cares as much about the outcome of the matters as we do. You really feel that he is in the trenches with you.

Melissa Wollis is a partner in Dechert's global finance practice. She centers her practice on proficiently advising investment managers on CLO transactions.
I have worked with Melissa for several years and have always been impressed by her level of detail, dedication and responsiveness.
Melissa is super knowledgeable, fights for us in all of the right ways and delivers great client service.

Dave knows the details of rating agency methodologies in and out and he is very good at dissecting arguments and constructing well-reasoned positions.
Dave is one of the hardest working lawyers I've ever had the privilege to work with. Combine that with his incredible knowledge of legal documentation and he is a go-to resource for deal help.

Kelly Mathews is an up-and-coming partner in Dechert's Charlotte office who is recognized for his expertise in collateralized loan obligations as well as other securitization matters.
Kelly is an incredible resource. His commitment and dedication is unsurpassed.

Linda Ann Bartosch is a particularly strong adviser for placement agents in connection with single family rental mandates, as part of her broader real estate finance practice. She operates out of the firm's Philadelphia office.
Linda is very thoughtful, commercial and even-tempered.
Linda is an innovative, responsive and reliable lawyer.














