With expertise spanning RMBS, CMBS, ABS, CLOs and esoteric transactions, Katten’s securitization practice is jointly led by Washington DC‑based Anna-Liza Harris and New York partners Howard Schickler and Chris DiAngelo. Harris is active in RMBS transactions, re‑REMIC transactions and matters involving mortgage‑servicing rights. Schickler advises on forward‑flow transactions and asset classes including unsecured consumer loans and small‑business loans. DiAngelo focuses on mortgage‑financing mandates and is sought after for his work on CRE CLOs and whole‑business securitizations. Managing partner Seth Messner specialises in residential transition‑loan financings and is also active in whole‑business, esoteric and tax‑exempt bond securitizations. In Washington DC, David Matthews concentrates on credit‑risk transfers and REMIC securitizations, while John Sun is a key member of the RMBS practice. New York‑based John Keiserman counsels issuers, underwriters, lenders and investors on matters relating to automobile loans and leases, with a focus on auto‑loan ABS. In Charlotte, Joshua Yablonski advises on CMBS transactions, frequently acting for issuers, underwriters and loan sellers.
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Key clients

  • Fannie Mae
  • Morningstar DBRS
  • Brean Capital
  • Rithm Property Trust
  • Saluda Grade
  • Citigroup Inc.
  • Tesla Finance LLC
  • General Motors Financial Company, Inc.
  • JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
  • Fortress Credit Corp.
  • Ford Motor Credit Company LLC
  • LendingClub Bank, N.A.

Lawyers

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Practice head

Anna-Liza B. Harris; Howard Schickler; Chris DiAngelo

Other key lawyers

Seth Messner; David Matthews; John Sun; John Keiserman; Joshua Yablonski