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Banking & Finance | USA

Texas

This section covers lending transactions and recognizes those working on behalf of lenders and borrowers. Both banks and alternative lenders, such as credit funds, are recognized as lenders. Transactions may include acquisition financings, refinancings and general lending. All structures and methods of credit facility are relevant to this chapter. In states where Project Finance is not recognized separately, such work may be submitted to that state's Banking & Finance section. While the financing of property transactions may be relevant as part of a broad practice, firms or lawyers with a financing practice which revolves entirely around this should submit to the relevant Real Estate section. Where a specific Real Estate: Finance section exists covering the same geographical area, property work should not be included in Banking & Finance submissions.

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Band 1
  1. Bracewell LLP
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    Bracewell LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    Bracewell LLP is an outstanding Texas firm with a deep bench of banking and finance expertise. Expert in handling secured and unsecured transactions. Handles complex and significant transactions for clients including large banks and funds. Also active in lending transactions concerning a range of companies in the energy space.
  2. Latham & Watkins LLP
    1
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked
    Latham & Watkins LLP represents borrowers and lenders in sophisticated energy financing and debt matters. Also active on leveraged finance and acquisition finance work. Acts for a client base of significant banks, investment funds, financial advisers and government bodies.
  3. Vinson & Elkins LLP
    1
    Vinson & Elkins LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 1 | 20 Years Ranked
    Vinson & Elkins LLP represents large banks with a significant presence in the energy industry as well as borrowers in the space, frequently handling leveraged acquisitions, structured projects and workouts, among other matters. Also experienced in representing mezzanine investors and alternative lenders. Particular expertise in the oil and gas space, as well as on renewables and conventional power generation, with further strength in the retail and manufacturing industries.
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Band 2
  1. Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    2
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Kirkland & Ellis provides counsel to private equity firms on leveraged transactions. Experienced in handling issues such as mezzanine financings and subordinated financings. Also active in debt restructuring matters for both lenders and borrowers in the energy space, from upstream oil and gas exploration and production to oilfield services.
  2. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
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    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP has a strong bench of finance practitioners, with a special focus on the energy sector. Handles high-value acquisition financings and regularly advises on various finance products focused on the upstream, midstream and downstream oil and gas markets. Possesses significant experience in restructuring transactions and reserve-based lendings. Well placed to advise borrowers, secured lenders and institutional investors.
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Band 3
  1. Baker Botts L.L.P.
    3
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3 | 20 Years Ranked
    Baker Botts L.L.P. has a Houston-based practice with expertise in the energy finance sector, particularly oilfield services and offshore drilling sectors. Represents a range of clients, including borrowers, issuers and other international financial institutions. Capable of handling cross-border financings.
  2. Haynes and Boone, LLP
    3
    Haynes and Boone, LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3 | 18 Years Ranked
    Haynes and Boone, LLP is well versed in handling matters such as complex project financings, syndicated loan transactions and equity lending. Regularly represents large banks and private equity firms in sophisticated financing matters. Additional industry focus in real estate and energy.
  3. Sidley Austin LLP
    3
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Sidley Austin LLP has a strong group of experienced banking and finance practitioners. Handles both borrower-side and lender-side transactions. Offers expertise in an array of areas, including asset-based debt finance, syndicated and leveraged finance and a range of structured finance transactions. Strong roster of clients includes leading banks, private equity funds and government bodies.
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Band 4
  1. Holland & Knight LLP
    4
    Holland & Knight LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked
    Holland & Knight LLP has a sizable finance practice with an enviable roster of borrower and investor clients in the energy industry. Frequently represents major lenders in the Texas market, with expertise in syndicated revolving credit facilities.
  2. Mayer Brown LLP
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    Mayer Brown LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 4 | 20 Years Ranked
    Mayer Brown LLP operates from Houston and is able to draw on the firm's national and international network. Handles traditional energy lending as well as financing for renewable energy projects. Possesses considerable expertise in acquisition financing and reserve-based lending. Well supported by complementary tax, corporate and real estate departments.
  3. Winstead PC
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    Winstead PC
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 4 | 20 Years Ranked
    Winstead PC has a diverse banking and finance practice with a deep bench and particular expertise in acting for lenders. Clients include leading national and international banks. Handles large syndicated transactions, both secured and unsecured facilities and multicurrency facilities. Offers ancillary expertise in areas such as bankruptcy, real estate and corporate law. Notable strength in acting for clients within the energy industry, while offering additional expertise in the sports and healthcare sectors.
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Band 5
  1. Greenberg Traurig, LLP
    5
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Greenberg Traurig, PA is a respected firm that handles a host of banking and finance matters. Its clients include borrowers, lenders and arrangers, and it often advises on issues such as acquisition financings and unsecured credit facilities.
  2. Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    5
    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 8 Years Ranked
    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is well versed in a range of matters, including leveraged finance, syndicated loans, energy finance and regulatory compliance. Handles matters for both lenders and borrowers. Works with commercial banks, private equity funds and hedge funds, among others. Significant expertise across the energy space, including in oil and gas.
  3. Paul Hastings LLP
    5
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 9 Years Ranked
    Paul Hastings LLP has a Houston-based team focused on advising big-name financial institutions and alternative lenders on energy industry financing matters. Client base also includes notable energy companies. Active on syndicated financings, transactional and credit facility matters.
  4. Porter Hedges LLP
    5
    Porter Hedges LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 18 Years Ranked
    Porter Hedges LLP is a full-service commercial firm with a robust finance practice and core client base which includes both lenders and borrowers. Experienced in working with domestic and international banks. Possesses experienced practitioners in the energy, project finance and real estate spaces. Routinely handles syndicated credit facilities, loan agreements, and associated restructuring issues.
  5. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    5
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 20 Years Ranked
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP offers strong representation of both corporate borrowers and private equity lenders. Regularly works in energy financings, including asset-based lending, investment-grade lending and mezzanine funding. Energy sector experience includes upstream exploration, pipeline and infrastructure matters.
  6. Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    5
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Banking & Finance
    2023 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP has an established finance practice noted for its representation of both borrower and lender clients. Well equipped to handle the full range of transactions, from acquisition financings to DIP lending. Much sought after for its strength in the energy industry, with expertise in sector-specific transactions such as reserve-based loans and volumetric production payments. Enabled by a widespread domestic and international presence to excel in cross-border transactions.