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Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz

Banking & Finance

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Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz

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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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Banking & Finance - New York

Band 4

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.
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Work Highlights

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  • Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz assisted Abbott Laboratories in securing commitments for its $22 billion acquisition of Exact Sciences.

Strengths

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  • They are able to help me as a client and can really hone in on my needs.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • They are good at navigating a complex process with an integrated approach with their M&A team.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • The Wachtell team has so much knowledge and experience and can explain things in plain English. They are also focused on what is practically important versus what is not.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

  • They have answers to all of our questions and are always highly responsive and attentive.

    Banking & Finance respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Stephanie Teicher
    Stephanie Teicher

    Stephanie Teicher

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