Capital Markets: Securitisation: CMBS
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 1
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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe boasts comprehensive strength in commercial mortgage-backed securities, complemented by more specialized expertise in asset-backed securities, such as aircraft engine lease and credit card receivables, as well as more esoteric assets. Orrick is also a leading firm for the securitization of PACE assets, with attorneys regularly advising clients on regulatory issues, including Dodd-Frank-related risk retention.
Work Highlights
- Orrick advised the Bank of Montreal on establishing a new CMBS platform and related shelf registrations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Orrick has an excellent securitization team that is able to advise on complex music royalties transactions. They are able to evaluate and mitigate the risks in novel structures."
"The lawyers at Orrick are well equipped to handle complicated transactions."
"The team are experts in securitization."
"Orrick has an excellent securitization team that is able to advise on complex music royalties transactions. They are able to evaluate and mitigate the risks in novel structures."
"The lawyers at Orrick are well equipped to handle complicated transactions."
"The team are experts in securitization."
Notable Practitioners
Leah Sanzari is an accomplished securitization lawyer able to assist issuers and financial investors with a range of esoteric transactions and she has a market-leading PACE practice.
"Leah is very commercial and very client-friendly - a great attorney."
William Cullen centers his securitization practice on mortgage-backed transactions, with particular strength advising both issuers and underwriters in CMBS.
"William is a leader in this space."
Banks and financial services firms regularly seek out Janet Barbiere's counsel on CMBS.
"Janet is a very smart attorney and a strong advocate for her clients."
Michael Mitchell has an in-depth understanding of securities regulations, in particular with matters pertaining to the SEC. He is also known for his ability to advise on a broad range of ABS transactions.
Howard Goldwasser is particularly well versed in CLO transactions but shows notable expertise on securitization transactions involving a wide range of receivables and asset classes.
"Howard is an excellent securitization lawyer and is able to evaluate complex and novel structures."
Robert Moyle demonstrates broad expertise in securitization, with a particular proclivity for asset-backed securitizations involving auto loans and leases.
"Robert is a true partner throughout every transaction. He works tirelessly to provide the best outcome every time."
Skanthan Vivekananda's practice covers a broad array of capital markets and derivatives transactions. He has shown particular aptitude for the formation and structuring of collateralized loan obligations for investment banks.
"Skanthan is well organized, very thoughtful and constructive on getting a transaction done."
Chris Min attracts praise from across the market for his ABS practice, with experience representing a variety of market participants, from underwriters to issuers.