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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Capital Markets: Securitisation: RMBS

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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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Capital Markets: Securitisation: RMBS - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP 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.
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Work Highlights

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  • Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP served as transaction counsel and as underwriters’ counsel on all of American Express’ registered and unregistered securitization transactions.

Strengths

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  • Orrick Herrington's team are seasoned vets, most of them have seen it all.

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  • The Orrick team that we use are subject matter experts on all relevant issues and are extremely responsive and efficient.

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  • Orrick were always available when needed and offered excellent service.

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  • The team are able to handle complex situations quickly and effectively.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Janet A Barbiere
    Janet A Barbiere

    Janet A Barbiere

    Banks and financial services firms regularly seek out Janet Barbiere's counsel on CMBS.

    • Janet is amazingly creative and intelligent.

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    • Janet is my first phone call in a difficult situation.

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  • Leah P Sanzari
    Leah P Sanzari

    Leah P Sanzari

    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.

    • We really appreciate how much she fights for investors.

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  • William J Cullen
    William J Cullen

    William J Cullen

    William Cullen centers his securitization practice on mortgage-backed transactions, with particular strength advising both issuers and underwriters in CMBS.

    • WIlliam is both amazingly creative.

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  • Gregg S Jubin
    Gregg S Jubin

    Gregg S Jubin

    Gregg Jubin is recommended for his ability to handle CLO mandates on behalf of asset managers.

    • He is a commercial lawyer and responsible for a lot of the deals they do.

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  • Michael H Mitchell
    Michael H Mitchell

    Michael H Mitchell

    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.

    • Michael is incredibly knowledgeable; he has an encyclopedic knowledge of ABS rules and regulations.

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  • Robert Moyle
    Robert Moyle

    Robert Moyle

    Robert Moyle demonstrates broad expertise in securitization, with a particular proclivity for asset-backed securitizations involving auto loans and leases.

    • Robert offers deep knowledge and is just enjoyable to work with.

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  • Joseph Beach
    Joseph Beach

    Joseph Beach

    Joseph Beach is particularly adept at handling midmarket CLO transactions.

    • He does an excellent job and I would highly recommend in CLO space.

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