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Jason Kyrwood

Jason Kyrwood

USA 2026

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About

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USA

Practice Areas

Jason is co-head of Davis Polk’s market-leading global Finance practice and head of the Private Credit group. With nearly three decades of experience, he advises banks and private credit providers on the full spectrum of leveraged and investment-grade financings, including some of the most complex domestic and cross-border LBOs and strategic acquisition financings of the last 25 years.

Jason has led the Finance practice through several major market developments, including expanding its reach into hybrid capital, structured credit, securitization, and project and infrastructure finance, while solidifying the firm’s position as a premier market leader in finance.

Outside of his practice, Jason serves on the boards of Rising Ground and MCE Social Capital.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Private Credit - USA - Nationwide

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Band 1

Individual Editorial

Jason Kyrwood is held in high esteem for his excellent pedigree in high-value financing work. He acts as head of Davis Polk's finance group as well as co-lead of the private credit and direct lending practice.

Banking & Finance - New York

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

As co-head of the firm's global finance practice, Jason Kyrwood's vast capabilities enable him to handle all manner of transactions from acquisition to exit financings.

Strengths

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  • Jason is an extremely intelligent, magnificent attorney.

    Private CreditChambers Guide to the USA
  • Jason has persistence and energy like nobody else in the market. He is a visionary and a strong leader.

    Private CreditChambers Guide to the USA
  • Jason's extensive experience helps him quickly digest complex situations and help guide us to a positive outcome.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Jason is one of the best. He handles a broad range of transactions and always delivers.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is simply top of his field.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is my favorite lender-side lawyer and an all-around A+ talent.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA

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