LAWYER PROFILE
Joseph J Kochanek

Joseph J Kochanek

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Represents agent banks and other lenders in secured and unsecured loan originations, including multi-currency loan facilities, syndicated credit arrangements, professional sports team financings, and loans secured by stock and other assets located outside the US, principally in Europe, Mexico, South America, and the Pacific Rim. Substantial experience in commercial mortgage financings and other real estate transactions. Has been involved in numerous loan workouts, industry syndicated loans, and loans secured by foreign collateral, both inside and outside of bankruptcy. Has worked with banks to develop standard commercial loan documentation and lending procedures manuals. Also represents foundations, community development corporations, and other charitable organizations in public/private partnerships and urban revitalization projects.

Professional Memberships

State Bar of Michigan, American and Detroit Bar Associations.

Personal

JD, magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, University of Michigan Law School. BA, with high distinction, University of Michigan.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Banking & Finance - Michigan

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Individual Editorial
Joseph Kochanek is a highly respected practitioner in the Michigan legal market. He regularly acts for banks and financial institutions in syndicated credit facility agreements and large loan transactions, and his experience encompasses secured and unsecured lending.

Strengths

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  • Joseph is highly recognized. He's very good.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA
  • Joseph Kochanek is simply exceptional at everything he does. He has a level of understanding of our business and operations that has been a key differentiator in our ability to win clients.

    Banking & FinanceChambers Guide to the USA

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Michigan

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