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Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR
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Dentons represented Invictus Residential Pooler as issuer in six securitizations collateralized by non-QM residential mortgages and investor loans, with an aggregate value of US$3.5 billion
Strengths
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The Dentons securitization team are subject matter experts providing meaningful advice on the issuance of RMBS developed from decades of experience in the space. Their incredible and creative legal advice is consistently delivered. They are always available and always timely.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSADentons' deep understanding of our business and the intricacies of the financial markets has made them an indispensable extension of our team. They consistently deliver high quality, pragmatic advice. They navigate the landscape with precision, providing clear guidance and effective solutions that consistently exceed our expectations.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSAThe Dentons team are cutting edge in terms of new regulatory developments. The lawyers are keenly aware of our business objectives. They are thoughtful, creative and effective problem-solvers.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSADentons find creative solutions to complex challenges. They consistently approach problems with an innovative mindset, tailoring strategies to meet unique client needs. Their global footprint enables them to address a wide range of issues across different markets and jurisdictions, providing comprehensive support and expertise.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSAThe Dentons team is best in class for complex securitizations and financings. They have unmatched industry expertise, are collaborative and deal-focused.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSA
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Senior Statespeople 
Senior Statespeople Maria Livanos
Maria Livanos' practice is broad, ranging from CLOs to whole business securitizations, making her an acclaimed trustees' counsel.
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Senior Statespeople Stephen S Kudenholdt
Stephen Kudenholdt is incredibly well regarded for his securitization experience, particularly on RMBS transactions. He serves as head of the firm's structured finance group.
Stephen is at the forefront of this industry.
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Band 2 Erik D Klingenberg
Erik Klingenberg advises financial institutions on transactions involving complex esoteric assets and he also boasts significant expertise in mortgage-backed securities, especially in the single-family rental market. Erik's legal advisory services demonstrate his breath of knowledge and experience in all areas of asset-backed lending, mortgage finance and securitization.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSAErik is exceptionally hard-working and always seeks out creative solutions, no matter how complex the challenge. His extensive experience with sophisticated transactions and his ability to find unique, effective approaches truly set him apart from his peers at other firms.
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Band 2 Band 2 David Natter
David Natter is widely acknowledged as an expert trustee counsel on a variety of securitization transactions including CLO and WBS. He is regularly sought after by major financial services firms and banks.
David is as compassionate as he is intellectually adept. He always offers insight and solutions and remains focused on client outcomes.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSADavid is an invaluable partner and his leadership ensures a broad and integrated knowledge is brought to bear. His distinguishing strength lies in his deep commercial understanding empowering us to make sound business decisions.
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Band 2 Robert B Olin
Robert Olin shows notable strength on a variety of residential mortgage-backed securitizations representing both issuers and underwriters. Rob is an expert and is commercially savvy.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSARobert is very smart and has a lot of depth of knowledge.
Capital Markets: Securitization: MSR respondentUSARobert is very responsive, commercial and business-oriented.
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Band 2 Ryan J Zucchetto
Ryan Zucchetto is a valued adviser on the tax aspects of a variety of securitizations.
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Band 2 Scott Swerdloff
Scott Swerdloff regularly advises on RMBS transactions, with key market experience including advising on complex structures, such as non-QM mortgages. Scott is extremely smart and has great market knowledge.
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Ranked Individuals at Dentons (10)
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Erik D Klingenberg
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