Comparative Guide
Tax
United States
Devon Bodoh, Joseph Pari, Greg Featherman & Alfonso Dulcey
A strong choice for acquisition financing, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP’s broad caseload encompasses NAV facilities and fund financing transactions. In New York, Daniel Dokos acts as the head of the firm’s global finance practice, while Andrew Colao is a key port of call for private equity sponsors on corporate finance transactions. Justin Lee is noted for his capabilities in asset-based loans, bridge loans, and second-lien financing, while Jessie Chiang handles liability management and debt restructuring transactions. In Silicon Valley, Justina Chen is versed in syndicated lending, while Dallas-based Courtney Marcus is experienced in mezzanine financing and loan restructuring. Other key members of the team include New York-based Benton Lewis.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm has outstanding technical and market knowledge. They take the time to learn our business, what our needs are and what our capital stack is.'
- 'Courtney Marcus is an excellent lead partner - she is always available, technically very strong, and has a wonderful demeanour. We always feel we are getting the best advice possible from her.'
Key clients
- Agiliti, Inc.
- American Securities LLC
- Avolon Holdings Limited
- British Columbia Investment Management Corporation
- BroadStreet Partners, Inc
- Brookfield
- Cedar Fair, L.P
- ChampionX Corporation
- Dun & Bradstreet Corporation
- The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc
- Flexera Software LLC
- Foundation Building Materials, Inc
Work highlights
Advised The Home Depot, Inc on the financing aspects of its $18.25 billion acquisition of SRS Distribution.
Advised JPMorgan as the administrative agent, joint lead arranger and joint bookrunner, in an amendment, extension, and upsize of Ford Motor Company approximately $18 billion senior unsecured revolving facilities.
Practice head
Daniel Dokos; Andrew Colao; Courtney Marcus; Justin Lee
Other key lawyers
Jessie Chiang; Justina Chen; Courtney Marcus; Benton Lewis