Public Finance
USA Guide 2024 : New York
Band 1
Chambers Review
Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP has a well-established offering in public finance regularly serving as bond, borrowers and underwriters counsel. It has expertise in industries including education, healthcare and housing. The team are experienced across a variety of transactions with particular strength in tax-exempt bonds.
Notable Practitioners
Arthur Cohen has a significant depth of experience in public finance transactions. His New York-based practice sees him represent both issuers and purchasers in a range of municipal financings.
"Arthur is a great lawyer - very bright and a good draftsman."
Howard Zucker draws on more than 45 years of experience to expertly represent his clients in public finance transactions. He focuses his practice on handling financings in the housing sector, including affordable housing projects.
"Howard is an extremely good lawyer. He commands a presence when he walks into a room."
Neil Kaplan centers his practice on handling tax aspects of public finance transactions. He has particular strength in education and healthcare financings, often representing municipal entities and sector organizations.