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Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel | USA

USA - Nationwide

Securitization covers the entire range asset classes, including (among others): Commercial loans; derivatives exposure; bonds and corporate debt; project cash flows; trade receivables; credit card and trade receivables; commercial and residential mortgages; life insurance and annuities; auto loans; CDOs (both cash and synthetic) and CLOs.

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Band 1

  1. Alston & Bird LLP
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    Alston & Bird LLP
    Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
    2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Alston & Bird LLP is a respected securitization practice able to handle traditional asset and mortgage-backed transactions. The firm is a strong choice for the representation of both issuers and underwriters, and is well regarded for its role as trustees' counsel. It also draws on complementary practice strengths in banking and finance to strengthen its securitization offering.
  2. Chapman and Cutler LLP
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    Chapman and Cutler LLP
    Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
    2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
    Chapman and Cutler LLP's strengths include CLOs and ABS transactions. The firm advises clients on commercial paper, auto loans and leases, and trade receivables securitizations. It also provides ongoing advice and interpretation regarding developing regulatory standards. The attorneys are able to represent a broad range of clients in transactions and the firm is especially recommended for its trustee practice.
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Band 2

  1. Dentons
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    Dentons
    Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
    2026 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Dentons represents the full range of players in the market including issuers, underwriters and originators. Attorneys from the firm act on both domestic and cross-border securitization matters, leveraging the firm's significant international standing. The firm demonstrates notable strength in real estate financings, such as RMBS transactions and single-family rentals, with additional expertise in MSRs. It also stands out for its ability to assist with the securitization of traditional and esoteric ABS.
  2. Nixon Peabody LLP
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    Nixon Peabody LLP
    Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Nixon Peabody LLP demonstrates its expertise in securitization transactions including mortgage-backed transactions as well as ABS and CLO deals. The firm is relied upon to represent corporate trustees and other related parties in these complex financings. It leverages its recognized expertise in public finance to benefit its securitization practice.

  3. Richards, Layton & Finger PA
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    Richards, Layton & Finger PA
    Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
    2026 | Band 2 | 1 Years Ranked

    Richards, Layton & Finger PA is a leading Delaware firm noted for its capabilities handling mortgage-backed securities and CLO transactions. The firm is well-equipped to advise clients on ABS transactions namely auto loans, auto leases and receivables securitizations. The attorneys provides representation to a range of clients such as issuers and is highly sought after by trustees.