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Paul Hastings LLP

Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs

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Paul Hastings LLP

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Capital Markets: Securitization: CLOs - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Paul Hastings LLP is an expert outfit in the CLO space with experience advising arrangers and collateral managers. The attorneys possess extensive knowledge of key regulatory requirements and are also skilled in handling cash and synthetic products, as well as assisting with securitization in the context of distressed debt. The group also benefits from a strong international presence, enabling it to handle cross-border transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Paul Hastings advised Morgan Stanley, as arranger, on a $2.4 billion CLO reset managed by Golub Capital Management.

Strengths

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  • The Paul Hastings team is innovative, detail-oriented, constructive and collaborative.

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  • Paul Hastings' lawyers are among the most talented in the industry. The lawyers are thoughtful and think critically about issues.

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  • Paul Hastings have a high degree of subject matter expertise and a creative approach to structuring and transaction ideas.

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  • Paul Hastings have a highly experienced team with incredible attention to detail. They leverage their knowledge of prior transactions to offer accurate and helpful advice. They consistently and smoothly spearhead transactions in a timely fashion.

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  • Paul Hastings stands out for its unparalleled depth of expertise in CLO structuring and execution. Their team combines technical precision with commercial pragmatism, consistently delivering solutions that anticipate regulatory developments. What truly distinguishes them is their responsiveness and ability to navigate complex issues under tight timelines without sacrificing quality.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Nicole Skalla
    Band 1Nicole Skalla

    Nicole Skalla

    Nicole Skalla is highly sought after by major financial institutions for her advice on complex CLOs.
    • Nicole has the best pulse on what the market is doing. She gives very honest and thoughtful advice.

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    • Nicole runs the CLO market.

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    • Nicole is probably the best lawyer I've worked with in the market.

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  • Band 2Eugene Ferrer
    Band 2Eugene Ferrer

    Eugene Ferrer

    Eugene Ferrer regularly acts as arrangers' and issuers' counsel in transactions.
    • In complex structures and nuanced situations, Eugene is the guy who knows not only the legalese but also the numbers.

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  • Band 3Mary Kathryn Lee
    Band 3Mary Kathryn Lee

    Mary Kathryn Lee

    Mary Kathryn Lee has a burgeoning practice assisting financial institutions on CLOs.
    • Mary Kathryn is knowledgeable, involved, detail-oriented and the consummate professional.

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  • Band 3Shawn Kodes
    Band 3Shawn Kodes

    Shawn Kodes

    Shawn Kodes has established an excellent securitization practice, noted for his strengths on both ABS and CLO mandates.
    • Shawn is brilliant and has a deep level of expertise in his field. I trust his legal judgment and advice implicitly.

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    • Shawn pioneers unique structures and is a clear and zealous advocate not just for his client's interests, but also for closing a deal that always stands the test of time and any challenge.

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    • Shawn is a rockstar deal lawyer. He is very easy to work with, effective as a negotiator, quickly grasps the commercial background, acts nimbly and helps to facilitate commercial outcomes efficiently for clients.

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    • Shawn has a very good commercial understanding. He takes into account the business side as well as being great lawyer.

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    • What sets him apart is his market knowledge and his ability to creatively structure around deal-specific issues.

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  • Band 4Nicholas Robinson
    Band 4Nicholas Robinson

    Nicholas Robinson

    Nicholas Robinson is a well-respected midmarket CLO attorney who counts major banks and other financial institutions among his clients.
    • Nicholas is very responsive and willing to spend time on complex client requests.

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  • Band 4Tracy Feng
    Band 4Tracy Feng

    Tracy Feng

    Tracy Feng has shown notable prowess acting for collateral managers and underwriters on transactions involving collateralized loan obligations.
    • Tracy has provided us with an incredible level of service and output throughout this past year.

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  • Up and ComingMatthew Nemeth
    Up and ComingMatthew Nemeth

    Matthew Nemeth

    Matthew Nemeth regularly assists clients with a variety of ABS matters, including those involving oil and gas assets and commercial real estate leases.

    • Mathew thinks critically and manages his team to put together complex transactions and close those them efficiently.

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    • Matthew is extremely client-focused and also very thoughtful in thinking through issues rather than just pushing paper.

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    • Matthew is a tremendous lawyer. He knows the ABS industry based on years of experience in the space and is adept at helping clients create new structures to accomplish their goals.

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  • Up and ComingNicole Bright
    Up and ComingNicole Bright

    Nicole Bright

    Nicole Bright is an up-and-coming partner in the team noted for her CLO manager side work.

    • Nicole handles a high volume of work very well.

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