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Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Texas
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Kirkland & Ellis provides counsel to private equity firms on leveraged transactions. Experienced in handling issues such as mezzanine financings and subordinated financings. Also active in debt restructuring matters for both lenders and borrowers in the energy space, from upstream oil and gas exploration and production to oilfield services.

Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis represented Cineworld Group in connection with its $1.94 billion debtor-in-possession financing.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David M Nemecek
2
David M Nemecek
2
Band 2

David Nemecek's practice spans the breadth of the finance market, advising on a range of transactions from acquisition financings to restructurings. He is also adept at handling leveraged buyouts.

"He is a sophisticated and creative finance lawyer."

Andy Veit
3
Andy Veit
3
Band 3

Andy Veit is a debt finance partner who regularly acts for private equity funds and their portfolio companies.

"He handles transactions very efficiently and has a great understanding and expertise."

"He's an excellent lawyer."

"He is commercial and responsive."

Mary Kogut
3
Mary Kogut
3
Band 3

Mary Kogut typically acts for companies in the energy space as borrowers in lending transactions.

"She does a really fantastic job and is so good at problem solving."

Will Bos
3
Will Bos
3
Band 3

Will Bos is relied on by private equity sponsors to handle all manner of financing transactions.

"He's a very responsive lawyer."

Rachael L Lichman
4
Rachael L Lichman
4
Band 4

Rachael Lichman is highlighted for her work with borrowers. She regularly handles cross-border mandates.

"She's really smart and commercial."

"Rachael's great, she's a very practical lawyer."

Lucas Spivey
5
Lucas Spivey
5
Band 5

Lucas Spivey is notable for his capability in debt restructurings in the energy sector.

"Lucas provides fantastic client service and is always willing to think through issues and provide extremely thoughtful responses."

Ranked Lawyers at
Kirkland & Ellis

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Banking & Finance

David M Nemecek
2
David M Nemecek
2
Band 2
Andy Veit
3
Andy Veit
3
Band 3
Mary Kogut
3
Mary Kogut
3
Band 3
Will Bos
3
Will Bos
3
Band 3
Rachael L Lichman
4
Rachael L Lichman
4
Band 4
Lucas Spivey
5
Lucas Spivey
5
Band 5