Capital Markets: Securitization: CMBS | USA

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP is an industry leader in CMBS and CLOs, including standout capabilities in CRE CLOs. The firm has an exceptionally large team of securitization lawyers based across the US that are able to respond to the most complex transactional issues, as well as provide counsel on risk retention regulations. Clients include issuers, underwriters and investors, among others.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP boasts comprehensive strength in commercial mortgage-backed securities, complemented by more specialized expertise in asset-backed securities, such as aircraft engine lease and credit card receivables, as well as more esoteric assets. Orrick is also a leading firm for the securitization of PACE assets, with attorneys regularly advising clients on regulatory issues, including Dodd-Frank-related risk retention.

Dechert LLP is a respected team renowned for its prowess in handling CLO transactions, particularly those pertaining to the real estate market. The firm possesses additional strength in commercial mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities, and is able to provide thought leadership on emerging and evolving regulatory requirements on a cross-border scale, with a particularly strong focus on risk retention matters.

Sidley Austin LLP is a highly respected team with a broad securitization offering, in terms of both practice and geography. The practitioners offer substantial experience acting for issuers, underwriters and purchasers, handling transactions involving consumer asset classes, such as online lending. The firm offers exceptional guidance on other ABS transactions involving traditional assets, such as automobiles. The practice also regularly assists with mortgage-backed securities, boasting market-leading knowledge of RMBS matters and a strong CMBS practice. The firm's well-rounded securitizations offering is supported by expert tax attorneys.