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Market-Leading Acquisition Finance Practice

We routinely lead many of the largest and most complicated financing transactions in the United States and around the world. We work closely with the leading Wachtell Lipton M&A team on transformative transactions for corporate borrowers and sponsors, in particular financing for mergers, acquisitions, LBOs, divestitures and spin-offs, however accomplished.  

We are experts in syndicated lending, direct lending, and capital markets transactions, whether investment grade, high-yield or distressed. The breadth and depth of our market exposure ensures that our clients see and receive the best available market terms. 

Recent substantial financing engagements can be found here.

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What the Team is Known For

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz's financing group is noted for its strong borrower-side practice. The team is routinely called upon to provide counsel on significant financing transactions, including debt and equity financings. Its practitioners are highlighted for their ability to handle deals across a broad spectrum of industries including technology, energy and life sciences.

Work Highlights

  • Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz represented OpenAI in its inaugural debt financing transaction. The company executed a $4 billion revolving credit facility with JPMorgan Chase Bank and another select club of lenders.  

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Stephanie Teicher
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Band 5
Stephanie Teicher principally assists company-side clients with the financing of domestic and cross-border M&A.

She really knows the market and she's thoughtful, commercial and finds the middle-ground. She can reach conclusions in an efficient way.

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Stephanie Teicher
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