The tech and life sciences-focused practice at Cooley LLP is led by Washington DC partner Michael Tollini, whose expertise includes syndicated lending, private credit, and structured and royalty-based financings. San Francisco-based Mischi a Marca is well-versed in structured finance, convertible debt and royalty monetisation, and Jason Savich advises on debt finance arrangements in the healthcare and technology sectors, also in San Francisco. In Santa Monica, Ellie Seber focuses on derivatives and other private and public debt offerings. June 2025 arrival from Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP Adam Longenbach assists private companies with leveraged finance deals in New York.
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Testimonials
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- 'Highly dedicated and responsive group. Technically strong in the law and very experienced dealmakers. Advice is practical, based on deep expertise and experience, including knowing what is motivating the other side.'
- 'Alexandra Leavy is technically strong, extremely organized, detail-orientated and a good negotiator. I felt like they had all the bases covered for us.'
- 'Subject matter experts, who can take complex legal language and simplify for broad audiences. Willingness to do all work needed to complete, from presenting at board meetings to marking up documents. Incredibly responsive and reliable. I am comforted knowing I have their advice and counsel on my side. Also, highly valuable in building relationships with counterparties during negotiations through connections with law firms on the other side.'
- 'Ellie Seber is an outstanding lawyer with exceptional knowledge of the market. She communicates clearly and directly on complex legal matters, while also offering sharp business insights that strengthen negotiation strategies. Her ability to combine legal expertise with practical business tactics makes her an invaluable partner and trusted advisor.'
Work highlights
Advised Zoetis Inc. on its $1.25 billion senior unsecured revolving credit facility provided by a syndicate of banks led by JP Morgan.
Advised DigitalOcean on its $800 million credit agreement with Morgan Stanley Senior Funding.
Advised MannKind Corporation on its $675 million strategic financing agreement with Blackstone.
Practice head
Michael Tollini
Other key lawyers
Mischi a Marca; Jason Savich; Ellie Seber; Adam Longenbach; Alexandra Leavy