Capital Markets: Securitisation: ABS
Global Guide 2024 : USA
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Mayer Brown has an impressive team with a very deep bench of lawyers advising across a broad range of securitization transactions, including mortgage-backed securities and ABS. Key areas of strength include consumer loans, most notably in the form of credit cards. The firm also possesses relevant regulatory knowledge and draws on its strong cross-border network in multicountry trade receivables securitization. Related expertise in tax makes it a destination firm for all aspects of a deal.
Work Highlights
- Mayer Brown represented Deephaven Mortgage in four issuances of notes backed by non-QM residential mortgage loans, with an aggregate total of over USD1.2 billion of notes issued.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The attorneys at Mayer Brown are extremely knowledgeable of the market and thoughtful in managing negotiations."
"Mayer Brown has very strong lawyers who are able to handle complex and esoteric work."
"Whatever legal challenges we face, Mayer Brown has the expertise and knowledge to provide excellent legal service."
"The attorneys at Mayer Brown are extremely knowledgeable of the market and thoughtful in managing negotiations."
"Mayer Brown has very strong lawyers who are able to handle complex and esoteric work."
"Whatever legal challenges we face, Mayer Brown has the expertise and knowledge to provide excellent legal service."
Notable Practitioners
Jon Van Gorp is widely viewed as an expert in securitization and he is singled out for his knowledge of issues surrounding residential mortgages and non-traditional assets.
"Jon is the person you go to for a novel issue, the really complex esoteric stuff."
"He has very practical solutions for difficult issues."
"He is an extremely strong attorney."
In addition to Angela Ulum's knowledge of auto loans, she is also well regarded for her ability to advise on credit card receivables and personal loans.
"Angela is fantastic. She is a very respected issuer counsel - the complete package. Clients love her."
Eric Reilly is recognized for his excellent record acting for borrowers and lenders on a range of CMBS matters. He also demonstrates notable expertise on CRE CLO transactions.
"Eric is a fantastic and extremely knowledgeable lawyer."
"He is so dedicated to his clients. Eric takes the lead and gets the problem solved."
Paul Jorissen focuses his securitization practice on complex mortgage-backed securities, including QM and non-QM mortgages.
"Paul is able to handle difficult and complex situations and come up with meaningful solutions."
"He's a really intelligent lawyer."
Russell Nance provides tax advice on high-profile securitization transactions and he also frequently guides clients through market developments.
As part of his wider ABS practice, Stuart Litwin is noted for his ability to advise on the securitization of new asset classes.
"He has an encyclopedic knowledge of securitization."
"We are always impressed by his breadth of knowledge and his ability to spot issues and find solutions."
Carol Hitselberger is commended for her transactional ABS practice as well as her knowledge of regulatory requirements.
"Carol has great knowledge on capital rules and regulations."
Haukur Gudmundsson draws recognition for his ability to handle an array of securitization, including RMBS deals.
"Haukur is an outstanding legal partner."
"He is bright and does a great job tackling issues and making things happen on a transaction."
"He protects his client's interest but is also very solution-oriented and successfully gets deals done in very short timeframes."
Julie Gillespie stands out for her knowledge of ABS, which includes advising on personal and consumer loans.
"Julie knows the space very well and is a standout in credit card securitizations. She's very knowledgeable."
"She's a very strong lawyer."
Keith Oberkfell advises on a range of securitization structures, including assisting banks and other investors with complex CLOs and ABS.
"Keith has an extremely deep understanding of the law and is extraordinarily commercial in the way he works and negotiates."
"Keith is an outstanding lawyer."
Jerry Marlatt has long-term experience in the market and he regularly advises on US and Canadian ABS transactions.
"Jerry is a superb lawyer with a tremendous understanding of US securities law."
Ryan Suda has drawn extensive acclaim for his work in the CLO space. He regularly acts for major underwriters on new issuances and refinancings.
"Ryan is one of the hardest working CLO partners, with a great understanding of the industry and top-notch attention to detail."
"Ryan is a consummate professional with great awareness of the CLO market."
"When there are tricky market-related issues Ryan gives excellent advice."