With experience in senior-stretch loans, unitranche loans, and second-lien loans, Proskauer Rose LLP is versed in leveraged finance. In New York, Justin Breen is a key port of call for private credit providers, private debt funds, and investment banks, while Michael Mezzacappa is skilled at mezzanine and subordinated debt facilities. Ron Franklin is noted for his expertise in fund finance, unsecured lending transactions, and acquisition financing, while Andrew Bettwy is knowledgeable of private placements. Jonathan DeSantis is a key contact for high-yield notes and senior-secured facilities, while Gary Creem, who splits his time between Boston and New York, is informed in leverage sponsor buyouts. Other key members of the team include Bharat Moudgil who works out of Los Angeles, and Stephen Boyko, who splits his time between Boston and New York.
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‘They are very creative, strong negotiators, and deeply knowledgeable of the implications of every term.'
- 'They are able to understand what our targets and goals are for each facility and deliver strong results for us. They think three steps ahead and help us manage and plan accordingly. They're very available, hard working, and things don't fall through the cracks.'
- They know the market well, understand how the counterparty thinks and is able to advise us accordingly - they are incredibly strategic.'
- 'They have very strong internal communication, so if I speak with one team member at Proskauer, the rest of the team is made aware, removing the need for unnecessary, repetitive conversations.’
‘They are exceptional lawyers with a deep bench and domain expertise. They are very strong in private credit, litigation, and restructuring.'
Key clients
- Adams Street Partners
- Antares Capital
- Apollo Global Management
- Ares Capital Corporation
- Atlas Holdings
- Bain Capital
- BlackRock, Inc
- Blue Owl Capital
- Crescent Capital Group
- Golub Capital
Lawyers
Practice head
Justin Breen; Philip Bowden; Ron Franklin; Andrew Bettwy; Jonathan DeSantis; Gary Creem; Michael Mezzacappa
Other key lawyers
Steven Hornik; Bharat Moudgil; Stephen Boyko