Capital Markets: Equity: Issuer Counsel - USA
What the team is known for
Fried Frank acts for a range of clients in the capital markets space, including issuers, underwriters, dealer-managers, and private equity sponsors. The New York-based outfit is recognized for its work on debt offerings and private placements, possessing notable experience handling IPOs and secondary offerings. Clients hail from a range of industries, notably shipping, pharmaceutical and financial services.
Strengths
"The Fried Frank team really invests in the relationship with the client and consistently delivers high-quality service."
"All of the members respond on urgent matters quickly and provide outstanding service."
"Fried Frank has a deep bench of practitioners, the entire group is extremely knowledgeable, responsive and user-friendly."
Work highlights
Fried Frank advised Extra Space Storage's underwriters in connection with the issuance of USD600 million aggregate principal amount of 2.350% senior notes due 2032.
Notable practitioners
Andrew Barkan is a highly accomplished practitioner, who provides clients with extensive expertise in capital markets matters. He advises issuers and underwriters on registered and private offerings of debt and equity. "Andrew is wonderful to work with and has a deep understanding of capital markets."
Daniel Bursky maintains a diverse securities practice, concentrated on the representation of underwriters and issuers in a broad array of debt and equity transactions. "Daniel has an incredible base of legal knowledge, he quickly gets to the heart of core issues and is always effective at protecting clients' interests." "He is a very smart guy with very good judgment and advises clients extremely well."
Mark Hayek is often called upon to support leading investors and high-profile public companies on their debt and equity transactions. "Mark is wonderful to work with and provides excellent and practical advice."
