Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - New York

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin LLP is noted for its broad practice in the banking and finance space. The practitioners at Sidley are routinely called upon by both distinguished lenders and borrowers to provide counsel on a whole host of issues. Its team has notable strength in handling deals with cross-border elements.

Work Highlights

  • Sidley represented Long Point Capital in connection with its acquisition of BKF Engineers, a leading civil engineering firm.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Nicholas Schwartz
3
Nicholas Schwartz
3
Band 3
Member of the global finance group, Nicholas Schwartz has notable strength in advising clients on issues related to debt financings.

He represents his clients zealously.

Nick is a very calm, unflappable, smart and smooth counsel. He's got a good range of deal experience and is not shy in advocating for his clients.

Nick is a young superstar in the sponsor finance space.

Nick is exceptional. He focuses on getting things done properly.

Joshua W Thompson
4
Joshua W Thompson
4
Band 4
Joshua Thompson remains a trusted adviser to a host of distinguished lenders providing revolvers and term loans.

He's very well regarded.

Josh is one of those names that everybody in this industry knows. He sees everything. He's never set off balance by change. He's a safe pair of hands and a cool head.

Elizabeth Tabas Carson
5
Elizabeth Tabas Carson
5
Band 5
Elizabeth Tabas Carson handles a wide range of banking and finance transactions. Her practice sees her advise on acquisition financings and recapitalizations, among other matters.

Liz Tabas is an exceptional lawyer. She is creative, responsive and ensures she includes the right subject matter experts on a matter.

She has a depth of knowledge on the finance side of bankruptcy deals that is uncommon.

She has great drive.

Leslie A. Plaskon
6
Leslie A. Plaskon
6
Band 6

Leslie Plaskon is a well-regarded finance lawyer, known for her extensive experience in cross-border financings and intercreditor agreements. She is also highly sought after for her expertise in restructuring matters.

She's able to simplify very complex matters in a very digestible way and recommend a course of action that makes sense.

I admire Leslie's various relationships within the sector and her skills in achieving a global resolution under difficult circumstances.

She's a good advocate for her clients. She's very commercial, practical and solution-oriented. She doesn't give up ground for her clients but is interested in finding the right answer for everyone.

Michele Nudelman
6
Michele Nudelman
6
Band 6

Michele Nudelman acts for clients in a range of transactions, including acquisition and asset-based financings. She has a particular expertise in special situation and distressed matters.

From a technical and practical perspective we have been in fantastic hands with her. She has been a calming force - someone we can rely on.

Michele is extremely responsive, practical and anticipates issues before they arise. I find her to be commercial and collaborative.

She is someone that can really lead a deal single handedly and advocate for her client strongly.

Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP

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Banking & Finance

Nicholas Schwartz
3
Nicholas Schwartz
3
Band 3
Joshua W Thompson
4
Joshua W Thompson
4
Band 4
Elizabeth Tabas Carson
5
Elizabeth Tabas Carson
5
Band 5
Leslie A. Plaskon
6
Leslie A. Plaskon
6
Band 6
Michele Nudelman
6
Michele Nudelman
6
Band 6