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Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs
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Work Highlights
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Mayer Brown represented Pretium Partners and its affiliates as issuer and program administrator in multiple issuances of asset‑backed notes totaling approximately $1.44 billion.
Strengths
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At Mayer Brown, there are exceptional, market-leading experts. These attorneys carry the gravitas and experience to navigate the toughest situations with clarity and efficiency.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAMayer Brown has deep expertise across a variety of relevant subject matters and a pulse on current industry practices. They are also incredibly thorough, can run deals effectively and proactively spot risk areas for their clients.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAMayer Brown get to know quickly what is most important to the client. They are incredibly experienced and consistent. They always provide advice from a business standpoint and help clients make informed, risk-based decisions.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAMayer Brown has the necessary expertise and wealth of knowledge to address complex matters, balancing risk with business transactional goals. They provide us with industry perspective and provide creative alternatives to address unique issues.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAMayer Brown provides critical and thoughtful advice on complex work leading to successful execution of arrangements. They consistently deliver incredible and creative advice.
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Notable Practitioners
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Eminent Practitioners 
Eminent Practitioners Jon D Van Gorp
Jon Van Gorp is widely viewed as an expert in securitization and he is singled out for his knowledge of issues surrounding residential mortgages and non-traditional assets. He serves as chair of the firm. Jon is thoughtful and a deal-maker.
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Band 1 
Band 1 Angela M Ulum
Angela Ulum is highly regarded by clients for guiding them through various securitized transactions. She has particular expertise in handling auto loan-backed deals and experience representing a range of market participants, including issuers, borrowers and commercial and investment banks.
Angela is excellent at distilling complex issues in a way that makes them easy to understand and comes up with practical and solution-oriented advice.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAAngela is thorough in understanding complex and sophisticated issues across multiple asset classes and transaction types.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Paul A Jorissen
Paul Jorissen focuses his securitization practice on complex mortgage-backed securities, including QM and non-QM mortgages. Paul is a trusted adviser we rely on. He is adept at handling complex issues and providing guidance around creative solutions.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAPaul is my go-to when I need a advocate with both intellectual muscle and diplomatic grace. His decades of experience shows in his ability to evaluate risk and the credibility he brings to negotiations.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAPaul is one of the brightest legal minds out there and a go-to for complex matters. He is extremely thoughtful, knowledgeable and sharp.
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Band 1 
Band 1 Stuart M Litwin
As part of his wider ABS practice, Stuart Litwin is noted for his exceptional ability to advise on the securitization of new asset classes. Stuart has been an invaluable resource for us. He is my go-to for ABS questions.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Haukur Gudmundsson
Haukur Gudmundsson draws recognition for his ability to handle an array of securitization, including RMBS deals. Haukur is an excellent lawyer who truly understands the mortgage financing business. When particularly complex issues arise, he has an ability to synthesize and explain elegant solutions.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAHaukur is innovative and trusted. He provides support and able advocacy at every turn.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAHaukur is great and knowledgeable.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAHaukur has a very wide breadth of expertise in mortgage finance and has really good commercial sense.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Julie Gillespie
Julie Gillespie stands out for her knowledge of ABS. She is noted for her experience advising on personal and consumer loans.
Julie is intelligent, sharp and has great technical know-how.
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Band 2 
Band 2 Russell Nance
Russell Nance provides tax advice on high-profile securitization transactions and he also frequently guides clients through market developments.
Band 3 
Band 3 Eric M. Reilly
Eric Reilly is recognized for his excellent record acting for borrowers and lenders on a range of CMBS matters. He also demonstrates notable expertise on CRE CLO transactions. Eric is knowledgeable and great to work with.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAEric provides stellar and zealous representation of legal, business and strategic matters.
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Band 3 
Band 3 Ryan Suda
Ryan Suda has drawn extensive acclaim for his work in the CLO space. He regularly acts for major underwriters on new issuances and refinancings. He is an incredible partner and I enjoy working with him.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSARyan is responsive and has a deep knowledge of the subject matter.
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Band 4 
Band 4 Arthur Rublin
Arthur Rublin shows particular strength representing asset managers on CLO matters as part of his broader securitization practice. Working with Arthur is like having an encyclopedia next to you.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAArthur provides fantastic service and is a deep subject matter expert.
Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs respondentUSAHe has combined his in-house CLO legal experience and his law firm experience to become a great resource in the CLO legal field.
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Up and Coming 
Up and Coming Rudgee Charles
Rudgee Charles is an up-and-coming partner noted for his impressive ABS experience. He is known for capably advising on auto loans and dealer floorplan receivables.
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Angela M Ulum
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Capital Markets: Securitization: Tax
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