Commended as ‘exceptional lawyers with deep bench and domain expertise’, Proskauer Rose LLP is knowledgeable of senior-stretch loans, second lien loans, and unitranche loans. The firm is also noted for its broad expertise in investment management transactions, leveraged secondary transactions, and NAV facilities. Justin Breen is a strong choice for institutional investors, private credit providers, and private debt funds, while Ron Franklin is highly proficient in acquisition financing, fund financing, and project financing. Andrew Bettwy’s broad caseload encompasses leveraged finance, private placements, and subordinated debt financings, while Jonathan DeSantis is versed in initial public offerings and syndicated bank loans. Splitting his time between Boston and New York, Gary Creem is skilled at second lien loans and senior stretch loans and Michael Mezzacappa handles bridge financing. Lawyers are in New York unless otherwise stated.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
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Accolades
Client satisfaction
Testimonials
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- ‘They are exceptional lawyers with a deep bench and domain expertise.'
- 'They are very strong in private credit, litigation, and restructuring.'
‘Gary Creem is exceptional.'
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
Hall of fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Practice head
Justin Breen; Ron Franklin; Andrew Bettwy; Jonathan DeSantis; Gary Creem; Michael Mezzacappa
Other key lawyers
Sandra Montgomery: Stephen Boyko