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Public Finance - Illinois

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What the Team is Known For

Nixon Peabody LLP is recognized for its strength in public finance transactions, including those involving tax-exempt bonds. The firm is well equipped to act as bond and underwriters' counsel in financings, including those in the education and healthcare sectors. It is regularly engaged by local governments and banks.

Work Highlights

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  • Nixon Peabody LLP acted as bond counsel in connection with the issuance by The County of Cook, Illinois of approximately $278 million of tax-exempt and taxable general obligation refunding bonds. 

Strengths

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"Nixon Peabody are very thorough."

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Notable Practitioners

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Julie Seymour
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Julie Seymour
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Julie Seymour is noted for her strong representation of banks, municipal entities and other sector clients as underwriters' and bond counsel. She has experience handling financings across a range of sectors.
"Julie is one of the best in this space. There is rarely a challenge she doesn't have experience of or suggestions for how to reach a mutually agreeable solution for all parties."
"Julie is very thoughtful and a pleasure to work with."
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Michael Melzer
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Michael Melzer
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Michael Melzer focuses his practice on handling public financing transactions in Illinois. He regularly acts for financial institutions and governmental bodies.
"Michael is a crisp and powerful communicator who understands clients' objectives. He is constantly coming up with interesting and creative solutions."
"Michael is a really good partner to his clients. He is always making sure to think through problems and give the appropriate guidance."
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Nixon Peabody LLP

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Julie Seymour
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Julie Seymour
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Michael Melzer
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Michael Melzer
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