Banking & Finance
USA Guide 2024 : Louisiana
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Our robust banking practice includes representation of borrowers and lenders, including several of the region’s leading financial institutions, in a variety of commercial and financial transactions, comprising matters involving:
• Commercial lending and project finance
• Maritime-industry financing
• Letters of credit and other credit enhancement structures
• Public and structured finance
• Agents’ or participants’ counsel in syndicated credit facilities
• Equipment financing and leasing, including leveraged leasing
• Debt restructuring
• Oil and gas-industry financing
• New Markets Tax Credit financing
• Working capital loans
• General contract negotiation, including computer software and licensing contracts, and sales supply and service contracts
Attorneys within this group frequently counsel borrowers and lenders on significant infrastructure projects that change the landscape of communities in New Orleans, Baton Rouge and throughout the state.
Chambers Review
Phelps Dunbar LLP receives strong market endorsement for its representation of lenders and borrowers in a comprehensive array of transactions. The firm's areas of focus include commercial finance, project finance, public finance, structured finance and new market tax credits.
Work Highlights
- Phelps Dunbar LLP advised Kindle Energy on the financing arrangements for the development of its $750 million Magnolia Power Generating Station.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I have a high impression of their work. It is high quality. The firm is top notch."
"I have a high impression of their work. It is high quality. The firm is top notch."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Claverie Sr is a distinguished name in the Louisiana banking and finance market. He has vast experience counseling lenders and borrowers in connection with real estate financing.
James Stuckey is a preeminent financing lawyer whose practice includes corporate and project financing. He demonstrates strength in the energy and real estate sectors, among others.
"He is an exceptional attorney."
Lee Adler is well regarded in the market for his broad practice, which includes advising on high-value marine finance matters.
"He is very detail-oriented and very supportive."
Philip Claverie Jr acts for lenders and borrowers in complex transactions and offers notable expertise in matters concerning the real estate sector.
Bart Bacigalupi is building a strong reputation for his work on banking and finance mandates. He advises clients on a range of transactions including those that relate to the marine industry.
"He's good at what he does."
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