Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Highlighted for its expertise in debt portfolio acquisitions, fund facilities, and private credit financing, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is a strong choice for direct lenders and private equity funds. The firm’s broad caseload encompasses first lien and second lien financing, recurring revenue loans, and unitranche financings. David Teh oversees the practice and acts for corporate borrowers, direct lenders, and investment banks on direct loans and syndicated credit facilities. Teh is also well-versed in leveraged acquisition financing and investment grade corporate credit facilities, while Jennifer Albrecht is knowledgeable of a breadth of financing matters, including direct loans and restructuring. Justin Lungstrum is a strong choice for lenders and arrangers in direct lending transactions, and is well-informed in asset-based senior credit facilities, letter-of-credit facilities, and subordinated bridge loans. All lawyers mentioned are in New York.