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Reed Smith LLP

Banking & Finance

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Reed Smith LLP

Rankings

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Banking & Finance - Colorado

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Reed Smith LLP offers a broad banking and finance practice, representing both borrowers and lenders across a wide range of transactions including venture capital financings, acquisition financings and credit facilities. The team also handles cross‑border matters and advises clients across a diverse set of industries such as technology, life sciences and healthcare.

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Strengths

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  • Reed Smith has one of the most commercially practical teams I've worked with.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • Reed Smith is able to negotiate the most complex agreements no matter what firm is across from them.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • Reed Smith has demonstrated proactive communication and early issue identification, delivering thoughtful solutions that simplified execution and enhanced efficiency.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jay Spader
    Jay Spader

    Jay Spader

    Jay Spader counts a number of high-profile financial institutions and borrower-side businesses among his impressive client base, who turn to him for his recognized strengths in complex financing deals.

    • Jay is A+ and an invaluable partner.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA

    • Jay brings a variety of debt financing experience to the table.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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  • Christopher Hand
    Christopher Hand

    Christopher Hand

    Christopher Hand has significant experience in the space. He assists on high-value financing transactions. He is adept at representing both lenders and borrowers.

    • Chris has very strong legal knowledge coupled with a rare understanding of the bank world, giving a fully encompassing solution that is amicable to all parties.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA

    • Chris is a highly skilled lawyer who delivers clear, concise guidance throughout transactions, effectively identifying key negotiation points and consistently meeting required timelines.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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  • Brendan Leanos
    Brendan Leanos

    Brendan Leanos

    Brendan Leanos is a sought-after banking and finance attorney who frequently advises private equity firms on a range of financing transactions.

    • Brendan is a practical lawyer. He asks insightful questions and works hard to focus everyone on what matters in order to get the deal done.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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  • Josh Rosenholtz
    Josh Rosenholtz

    Josh Rosenholtz

    Josh Rosenholtz counsels private credit firms, banks and emerging companies on a range of debt finance transactions.

    • Josh is a client relationship manager and debt finance guru.

      Banking & Finance respondentUSA
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