Noted for its expertise in acquisition finance, asset-based facilities, and leveraged loans, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is knowledgeable of syndicated transactions. Operating out of New York, Meme Peponis’ broad caseload encompasses debt financing and high-yield bonds. Peponis is also a key contact for private equity funds, public companies, and sovereign wealth funds, while Duane McLaughlin is versed in debt capital issues, acquisition financing, and debt finance. Amy Shapiro oversees the firm’s fund and sponsor finance team and is principally focused on fund and management company financing, while Matthew Mao is highly proficient in liability management transactions, equity investments, and debt financing.
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Testimonials
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- 'A very knowledgeable and capable team of attorneys.'
‘Duane McLaughlin is an expert in the field of corporate finance and secured transactions.'
‘The team is extremely knowledgeable, accessible, thorough in their reviews, and able to explain and communicate complex conditions in a clear and concise manner. I enjoy working with the team and appreciate that they work quickly to respond to our needs.’
‘They are truly problem solvers and work diligently to find an answer that will work for the company.’
Key clients
- Belron
- Doosan Bobcat Inc
- Doosan Bobcat North America Inc
- The Hartford Financial Services Group
- Compass Minerals International Inc
- Synopsys Inc
- Verizon Communications Inc
- McCormick & Company, Inc
- HomeServe USA Holding Corp
- Genting NY
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Duane McLaughlin; Meme Peponis
Other key lawyers
Amy Shapiro; Matthew Mao