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Capital Markets: Securitisation: CLOs

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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Capital Markets: Securitisation: CLOs - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Latham & Watkins LLP is a highly regarded CLO group that frequently represents asset managers in the full range of sophisticated transactions. The firm is also noted for its expertise in dealing with innovative market products and securitization techniques. The attorneys in the securitization team are adept at handling ABS matters involving the securitization of aircraft, rental car fleets and cell tower assets, among others.
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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins LLP represented American Airlines as issuer in connection with the refinancing and reissuance of Class B enhanced equipment trust certificate issued from three prior series representing 93 aircrafts.

Strengths

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  • The team's depth of knowledge is second to none.

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  • Latham & Watkins go above and beyond the call of duty and are an utter pleasure to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jim Fogarty
    Jim Fogarty

    Jim Fogarty

    Jim Fogarty's broad practice sees him handle a range of securitization matters, from CLOs to CDOs. He also shows notable expertise in whole business securitizations.

    • He is great, commercial and focused on getting the deal done.

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  • Kevin Fingeret
    Kevin Fingeret

    Kevin Fingeret

    Kevin Fingeret is a longstanding market practitioner who attracts ample praise for his handling of transactions involving traditional and esoteric assets.

    • He is one of the most brilliant attorneys.

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  • Douglas Burnaford
    Douglas Burnaford

    Douglas Burnaford

    Douglas Burnaford is a talented securitization practitioner who regularly advises US and international clients on CLOs.

    • Douglas is a great finance lawyer. He is a great counselor when you're dealing with potentially thorny issues and navigating those, getting you to the right commercial result.

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  • Graeme P. Smyth
    Graeme P. Smyth

    Graeme P. Smyth

    Graeme Smyth excels in ABS, with notable capabilities in transport and music royalty securitizations.

    • Graeme is smart, diligent, thoughtful and hard-working.

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  • Matthew R Hays
    Matthew R Hays

    Matthew R Hays

    Matthew Hays is recommended for his expertise on ABS. His recent experience includes work on deals connected to the energy market.

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