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Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Illinois

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin has a pre-eminent group in cross-border and multicurrency transactions, with industry-specific areas of strength in real estate, technology and healthcare financing. The firm counts several distinguished investment banks and corporate lenders among its clientele, regularly representing them in secured lending. Areas of expertise include acquisition, second-lien and mezzanine financing.

Work Highlights

  • Sidley Austin represented Telephone and Data Systems in connection with a $300 million senior secured syndicated credit facility to provide liquidity in anticipation of other proposed transformational transactions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Allison J Satyr
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Allison J Satyr
3
Band 3

Allison Satyr advises both lenders and borrowers, with clients including banks, businesses and funds. She has experience in handling revolving credit facilities.

She is extremely thoughtful and diligent.

Allison Satyr is super meticulous – I trust her because she is super detail-oriented and thoughtful.

James A. Snyder
3
James A. Snyder
3
Band 3
James Snyder is best known for his lender-side practice. He is well regarded in the market for his experience in acquisition financing.

James Snyder is an excellent attorney who understands the law, works to ensure client satisfaction and provides tremendous overall value.

Robert J Lewis
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Robert J Lewis
3
Band 3
Robert Lewis's clients include leading banks. He routinely acts on matters involving secured and unsecured senior credit facilities.

Robert is the consummate professional who always sees and thinks one step ahead and flags potential issues or risks early on. He always has great insight.

Robert Lewis has a wealth of experience and knowledge – he's been around for quite a while, and he's always on top of the latest academic matters in the profession.

Kelly A. Lazaroff
5
Kelly A. Lazaroff
5
Band 5
Kelly Lazaroff is highlighted for her strength in handling asset-based lending transactions. Her client list covers various financial institutions, including banks and private equity groups.

Kelly is really smart and understands the market and our business.

Kelly is brilliant.

Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP

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Illinois

Banking & Finance

Allison J Satyr
3
Allison J Satyr
3
Band 3
James A. Snyder
3
James A. Snyder
3
Band 3
Robert J Lewis
3
Robert J Lewis
3
Band 3
Kelly A. Lazaroff
5
Kelly A. Lazaroff
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Band 5