Dechert LLP‘s broad caseload encompasses asset management, distressed transactions, and fund formation. Operating out of New York, practice co-head Jay Alicandri is a key port of call for asset managers, financial institutions, and insurance companies, while Charlotte-based practice co-head John Timperio advises asset managers and investment banks on structured finance matters. Located in New York, Eliot Relles is versed in leveraged lending, restructuring, and unitranche financing, while Angelina Liang is highly informed in first lien and second lien financing, mezzanine debt, and senior credit facilities. Operating out of Charlotte, Lindsay Trapp is well-regarded for her strength in the formation of private credit funds, while other key members of the team include New York-based Avni Patel.
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Key clients
- AllianceBernstein
- Apollo
- Bain Capital
- Barings
- Blackstone
- Blackrock
- Blue Owl Capital Partners
- Blue Torch Capital Partners
- Centerbridge Partners
- HPS Investment Partners
Work highlights
- Advised Blackstone Alternative Credit Advisors and its subsidiaries on more than 30 individual financing transactions totalling over US$30.1 billion.
- Represented KKR on more than 25 individual financing transactions in the past year, totalling over US$13.76 billion.
- Advised Centerbridge Partners, LP as the co-lender in connection with a US$510 million asset-based lending transaction with Blue Owl as the collateral manager, and Société Générale as the arranger.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jay Alicandri; John Timperio
Other key lawyers
Eliot Relles; Angelina Liang; Lindsay Trapp; Avni Patel