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Norton Rose Fulbright

Public Finance

USA Guide 2026 : Texas


Norton Rose Fulbright

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About

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Our Texas 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 - Texas

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright has a distinguished Texas-based public finance practice. The firm provides expert counsel to government entities, regularly representing them in the issuance of bonds in a range of sectors. It is a strong choice for transactions in the education and utility sectors, and also for social infrastructure financings.

Work Highlights

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP acted as bond counsel to the City of Kyle, Texas, handling a $294,000,000 bond election for street projects, an issuance in excess of $130,825,000 in bonds and the creation of several public improvement districts and tax increment reinvestment zones.

Strengths

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  • Norton Rose Fulbright can be relied upon to handle any complex matter.

    Public Finance respondentUSA
  • Norton Rose Fulbright handles highly complex and sophisticated public finance matters with exceptional skill. Their ability to balance legal precision with business realities makes them one of the most capable public-finance partners.

    Public Finance respondentUSA
  • The Norton Rose Fulbright staff are well-informed and educated. They have always provided excellent service across the board.

    Public Finance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Kristen Savant
    Band 1Kristen Savant

    Kristen Savant

    Kristen Savant has particular strength in the education sector, frequently representing school districts in public financings. She is equally capable at representing other market participants and has experience across a range of sectors.
    • Kristin is great to work with, she provides professional and accurate services.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
  • Band 1Paul A. Braden
    Band 1Paul A. Braden

    Paul A. Braden

    Paul Braden frequently represents his clients in public finance transactions and has strength across an array of financing structures.
    • Paul brings a welcome level of gravity to every conversation. He lays it out and never sugar coats.

      Public Finance respondentUSA
  • Band 1Robert Dransfield
    Band 1Robert Dransfield

    Robert Dransfield

    Robert Dransfield draws on over four decades of experience to expertly advise his clients on the full range of public finance transactions.
  • Band 2Stephanie Leibe
    Band 2Stephanie Leibe

    Stephanie Leibe

    Stephanie Leibe regularly acts for local governments in public finance transactions. She has experience handling development financings across an array of sectors, as well as numerous social infrastructure projects.
  • Band 3Joy Ellis
    Band 3Joy Ellis

    Joy Ellis

    Joy Ellis focuses her practice on handling the tax exempt aspects of public finance transactions. She has experience advising on tax-exempt financings in an array of sectors, including education and healthcare.

  • Band 3Kathleen Ellison
    Band 3Kathleen Ellison

    Kathleen Ellison

    Kathleen Ellison is sought out by municipal issuers and borrowers alike for her adept representation in public financings. She has noted expertise in special district matters.

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