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Commercial lending: Advice to direct lenders/private credit

White & Case LLP's debt finance offering is highlighted by clients for its ‘combination of deep technical expertise, commercial judgment’. The team is proficient at advising sponsors in a number of financing avenues, including asset-based loans encompassing the technology, infrastructure and energy sectors. New York-based Justin Wagstaff heads the practice, which encompasses David Ridley, a port of call for revolving credit facilities, recapitalizations and debtor-in-possession facilities. Vincenzo Lucibello, based in Boston, is turned to for his experience in an array of credit transactions, including mezzanine and unitranche loans. Also Boston-based, Jessica Ball is retained to advise on a number of multilien, holdco and senior secured credit facilities. Eric Klar is a point of contact in Miami for expertise in asset-based lending, particularly those involving major data centers. New York-based Eliza McDougall frequently advises funds, investors and direct lenders on credit-based financing and refinancing. Brenda Dieck is a key name to note for cross-border credit facilities, and is based in Los Angeles.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘White & Case’s commercial lending team stands out for its deep understanding of the private credit market and its ability to deliver consistently high-quality advice across the full spectrum of direct lending transactions.’

  • ‘Eric Klar is a standout adviser in the private credit and direct lending space, distinguished by his exceptional command of complex lending structures and his deep understanding of how direct lenders operate in practice. ’

  • ‘The team is distinguished by its combination of deep technical expertise, commercial judgment, and the ability to operate seamlessly across complex, cross-border matters.’

  • ‘The individuals we work with stand out for their combination of technical excellence, commercial awareness, and strong client focus.’

  • ‘The global breadth of the firm, as well as experience across various industries and sectors, is extremely helpful as we work through complex deals across various jurisdictions.’

  • ‘David Ridley is extremely technically proficient, and always reliable for strong advice. Vinny Lucibello is an amazing resource, who is willing to go to bat for us when needed, and can provide not only very accurate and technical advice, but also lay out the practical realities of the situation. ’

Key clients

  • Apollo Capital Management LP
  • Ares Management LLC
  • Barclays
  • Blue Owl Capital Corporation
  • Blackstone Credit & Insurance
  • Cliffwater Corporate Lending Fund
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Golub Capital
  • KKR
Practice head

Justin Wagstaff

Other key lawyers

David Ridley; Vincenzo Lucibello; Eric Klar; Jessica Ball; Eliza McDougall; Brenda Dieck