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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Capital Markets: Debt & Equity

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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Rankings

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Capital Markets: Debt & Equity - Illinois

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP's Chicago-based team is known for its strong debt capital markets practice. It has experience representing clients on both the underwriter and issuer side in such deals.

Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP represented the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in connection with its US registered public offering of USD500,000,000 notes.

Strengths

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  • They are incredibly responsive and respond to emails and calls as promptly as possible.

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  • They are extremely knowledgeable as well as quick when it comes to changes during a live transaction.

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  • Willkie Farr has one of the most knowledgeable practitioner teams.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Edward Best
    Band 1Edward Best

    Edward Best

    Edward Best comes equipped with wide-ranging capital markets expertise, routinely advising issuers and investment banks on securities offerings. He is particularly experienced in advising on transactions involving clients in the insurance industry.

    • He goes beyond basic legal advice and is able to grasp the bigger picture to provide valuable insights and creative solutions.

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    • Edward is phenomenal at solving problems.

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    • Edward is an exceptional lawyer and a wonderful resource for our team.

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Ranked Individuals at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP (1)

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