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Katten's experienced Banking attorneys handle high-level matters for a broad client base that includes banks (both domestic and foreign), savings associations, credit unions, trust companies and their parent holding companies, as well as entities that desire to invest in or purchase financial institutions.
Armed with a deep understanding of our clients' business and extensive knowledge of the banking laws and regulations, our Banking team provides practical advice, guiding clients through all aspects of their most significant compliance challenges and their most important business products and transactions. Our strong track record of capital raises and successful merger and acquisition transactions includes both public (SEC-registered) and private offerings, acquisitions of healthy and troubled institutions, and branch acquisitions and sales. We also advise our clients on transactions with affiliates and the formation of new banks and thrift institutions, as well as on matters of corporate governance, compliance and securities regulation. The group has extensive experience in electronic payment networks, network processing and network participation agreements, and innovative uses of electronic funds transfers. We counsel numerous clients in the area of credit card operations, assisting with private label card agreements and consumer documentation and in addressing issues related to Internet commerce, lending and sales.
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Well-regarded team experienced in handling a wide array of finance transactions including syndicated credit facilities, LBOs and recapitalizations. Advises lenders, issuers and capital providers involved in insurance, sports and healthcare finance matters. Works closely with complementary departments to offer a well-rounded service and is regarded as a particularly strong player in the midmarket.
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Katten represented Capital One as lender in relation to a credit agreement involving $1.67 billion refinancing revolving commitments.
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"Katten has a very knowledgeable team and is able to handle deals across various sizes, situations and structures."
"The Katten team is extraordinarily responsive."
"Katten has a very knowledgeable team and is able to handle deals across various sizes, situations and structures."
"The Katten team is extraordinarily responsive."
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Stuart Shulruff is widely viewed by sources as a prominent lawyer in the finance world. He is highly experienced in structuring a range of credit facilities.
Jennifer Wolfe handles the likes of leveraged buyouts and recapitalization transactions. Her clients include administrative agents, arrangers and lenders.
"She goes above and beyond in every situation."
"Jennifer is very knowledgeable about hot-button topics and is extremely responsive."
"She is phenomenal, she's a solution-oriented lawyer."
Michael Jacobson has deep experience representing senior lenders and junior capital providers. His expertise covers unitranche and mezzanine financings.
"Michael is an excellent lawyer."
Derek Ladgenski is noted by sources for his experience in the market. He regularly undertakes debt financing deals, acting for financial institutions.
"He's extremely knowledgeable, responsive and easy to work with."
Geoff AuYeung is a respected practitioner who handles a range of financing matters and is recognized for his international capabilities.
"He is an excellent lawyer."
"Geoff is always extremely responsive and knowledgeable."
"He's terrific - really smart and really practical."
Neil Shelton advises on acquisition financing, secured loans and workouts. His clients include leading lenders.
"Neil's responsiveness, level of sophistication and commercial awareness are top notch."
"He's very efficient, knowledgeable and gives terrific guidance."
Scott Lyons works with clients such as lenders on financings. He has notable experience in the healthcare and technology sectors.
"Scott is incredibly responsive and very thorough."
"He's very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive."