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Norton Rose Fulbright

Public Finance

USA Guide 2026 : California


Norton Rose Fulbright

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About

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Norton Rose Fulbright's public and government finance lawyers represent key players throughout the world’s government debt markets, including the US municipal securities markets. Working in tandem across our public and government finance, banking and finance, projects and PPP practices, they play an important role in financing public infrastructure and acquisition of goods for the public sector, as well as private projects eligible for financing assistance.

Our lawyers help clients issue bonds, notes, certifications and other obligations including as bond counsel, disclosure counsel, special tax counsel and general counsel. They help advise on legality and the tax-exempt status of obligations, in both negotiated and competitive sales, as well as disclosures in the primary market and with post-issuance continuing disclosure. Additionally, team often acts as counsel to their underwriters, credit enhancers, liquidity providers and swap and other derivative providers, representing all types of commercial and investment banks and dealers in both public offerings and private placements, and with compliance.

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Public Finance - California

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright undertakes an array of public finance work, including in the healthcare, education and energy sectors. Its California team is regularly engaged by public authorities and cities seeking strong bond counsel. The firm has additional experience in representing unified school districts.

Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright served as bond and disclosure counsel to the Southern California Public Power Authority, assisting on the financing of the joint prepayment of renewable energy for Burbank Water and Power, Colton Public Utilities, Pasadena Water and Power and Vernon Public Utilities.

Strengths

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright are experts in this area.

    Public Finance respondentUSA
  • The team at Norton Rose Fulbright stands out for its deep experience and proven track record in handling complex financings.

    Public Finance respondentUSA
  • The lawyers at Norton Rose Fulbright are very knowledgeable.

    Public Finance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Ann La Morena Rohlin
    Band 2Ann La Morena Rohlin

    Ann La Morena Rohlin

    Ann La Morena Rohlin's public finance practice frequently sees her act on transactions involving general obligation bonds. She is experienced across a range of sectors, with notable strength in education.
    • Thorough, hard-working, knowledgeable and an excellent attorney, Ann is a standout in her field.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
  • Band 2Scott Kortmeyer
    Band 2Scott Kortmeyer

    Scott Kortmeyer

    Scott Kortmeyer is regularly sought out by health systems and other industry clients for his expertise in healthcare financings.
    • Scott Kortmeyer is a huge name in the public finance space.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
  • Band 2Victor Hsu
    Band 2Victor Hsu

    Victor Hsu

    Victor Hsu's public finance practice sees him frequently act as bond counsel on development projects in the energy and transportation sectors.

    • Victor is a pleasure to work with and very knowledgeable.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
    • Victor Hsu provides proactive service and is very responsive.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
    • Victor always provides top-notch work product.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
    • Victor finds ways to get things done, he's very creative in problem-solving and is very knowledgeable about different financing parameters.

      Public Finance respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Norton Rose Fulbright (3)

California

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