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About

Provided by Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

Miller Canfield is at its core a commercial finance firm. On any given day, approximately 80 of our professionals render services for clients in commercial and asset-based loan transactions, real estate finance and public finance transactions, insolvencies, restructurings, workouts, foreclosures and bankruptcies. We represent approximately 40 financial institutions and originators, master and special servicers, and many investment banks. 

  • Traditional Banking: Key clients include Comerica Bank, Wells Fargo, Fifth Third and JPMorgan Chase.
  • Commercial Real Estate Finance (CREF): Clients include Wells Fargo, Associated Bank, Chemical Bank and Develop Michigan Real Estate Fund. Industry sector expertise includes Banks, Construction, Financial Services, Healthcare, Real Estate Finance, Real Estate, Retail.
  • Workout and Foreclosure (WFG): Clients include CWCapital Asset Management, Torchlight Loan Services, Bank of America, Fifth Third and Colony Capital. Industry expertise includes Banks, Construction, Financial Services, Healthcare, Real Estate Finance, Real Estate, Retail and Travel & Leisure.
  • Public Finance: Clients include the City of Detroit, State of Michigan, University of Michigan, Wayne County Airport Authority, Michigan Finance Authority and numerous cities, townships and counties. Industry sector expertise includes Education, Healthcare, Government, Transportation and Utilities.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Michigan

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What the Team is Known For

Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone is a key player in the financing sphere, attracting an enviable list of well-known financial services clients, in addition to acting for several municipalities and the State of Michigan. It provides expert advice on bond, ESOP and public financing matters, particularly those relating to the running of local government authorities. The team offers further expertise in asset-based lending.

Work Highlights

  • Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone advised Bank of America on a $169 million senior secured permanent financing with respect to Phase 1 of the Atlantic Crossing project located in Delray Beach, Florida.

Strengths

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The team does a good job at counselling on complicated matters or bringing on internal experts to lend their expertise in the subject.

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The legal team is knowledgeable, understanding, time sensitive and has business acumen in addition to legal expertise.

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I've never had a situation that they were not able to handle well. They always find a way to resolve complex matters.

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Miller Canfield demonstrated tremendous knowledge and accessibility.

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Miller Canfield has consistently demonstrated reliability and I have full confidence in the guidance it provides.

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Notable Practitioners

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Shawn Hopper
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Shawn Hopper
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Shawn Hopper is co-leader of the financial services group at Miller Canfield. He has key experience in a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including secured loans, acquisition financing and credit facilities.

Shawn offers an extremely high level of customer service, knowledge and responsiveness.

Shawn Hopper is a valued partner. He is consultative and creative.

Shawn Hopper is a great attorney.

I have the utmost respect for Shawn, his professionalism, expertise, quick turnaround and availability, and understanding of business concerns. He strives to make deals happen while providing the legal protections we are seeking.

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Trent Taylor
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Trent Taylor
Head of Banking & Finance
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Trent Taylor is well known for his representation of financial institutions in syndicated loans and asset finance transactions.

Trent is our go-to for all legal needs.

Trent has deep banking law expertise and is very good at finding practical solutions while delivering on details.

Trent is a trusted resource who makes himself available when needed and consistently brainstorms solutions. His proactive approach gives us confidence that we’re mitigating potential risks.

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Joseph C. Huntzicker
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Joseph Huntzicker acts as co-leader of Miller Canfield's banking and finance group. He regularly advises banks on financings, credit facilities and loan restructurings.

Joe is highly knowledgeable and delivers great customer service by explaining things clearly, being responsive and truly listening. Also, he is an excellent problem solver.

Joe's technical knowledge is exceptional, but what really makes him great is that he always has the business objective top of mind.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Shawn Hopper
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Shawn Hopper
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Trent Taylor
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Trent Taylor
Head of Banking & Finance
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Joseph C. Huntzicker
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Members

Provided by Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

Danielle Anderson

Joseph Huntzicker

Head of Department

Marc Swanson

Michael Moore

Shawn Hopper

Head of Department

Steven Roach

Trent Taylor

Trent Taylor

Head of Department

Clients

Provided by Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

Associated Bank

Bank of America

CWCapital Asset Management

Chemical Bank

City of Detroit

Comerica Bank

Consumers Credit Union

Develop Michigan Real Estate Fund

Fifth Third Bank

Flagstar Bank

JP Morgan Chase Bank

Michigan Finance Authority

National Bank

State of Michigan

Torchlight Loan Services

University of Michigan

Wayne County Airport Authority

Wells Fargo

Wintrust Bank

Industries

Provided by Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

Automotive

Banking

Construction

Energy

Financial Services

Public and Municipal Finance

Real Estate Finance

Utilities