
Private Credit
Global Guide 2026 : USA
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Work Highlights
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Proskauer Rose LLP represented Ares Capital Management, and a consortium of 29 lenders, in a USD3.3 billion senior secured credit facility in connection with an investment into Ardonagh Group.
Strengths
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The team's understanding of the market and loan documentation is second to none.
Private Credit respondentGlobalThe firm has great fund structure knowledge, client service and a really talented bench.
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Notable Practitioners
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Gary Creem
Gary Creem is the co-head of Proskauer's private credit group, and he regularly advises high profile clients. He is responsible for both investment and acquisition lender-side work.
Gary is a real subject matter expert who works quickly and efficiently.
Private Credit respondentGlobalGary is great. He is very practical, reasonable and knows his clients well.
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Justin Breen
Justin Breen is noted for his talent, reputation and longevity within the direct lending market. He regularly represents high profile clients in complex lending transactions.
Justin has a strong understanding of the market and is very commercial. He is a leader in private credit.
Private Credit respondentGlobalJustin is a great resource. He is always available and is hyper responsive.
Private Credit respondentGlobalJustin is very commercial and responsive.
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Michael Mezzacappa
Michael Mezzacappa is a co-head of Proskauer's private credit group. He advises a wide client base on a myriad of complex financings and credit arrangements.
Michael is very sharp and a very tough negotiator.
Private Credit respondentGlobalMichael is patient, very cerebral and brings a lot of experience.
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