Noted for its ‘deep sector expertise, a client-centric approach, and a commitment to innovation that consistently delivers exceptional outcomes’, Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s securitisation offering is well-positioned to offer expertise in CLOs, whole business, digital, oil & gas, timeshare and trade receivables securitisations. Based in New York, Michael Urschel is considerably experienced in transactions involving digital assets, including cellular towers, data centers, and fiber, alongside media royalties and renewable energy infrastructure, and co-heads the team with Kelly Mellecker, who distinguished for her experience in digital infrastructure securitisation. Jared Axelrod, also in New York, is praised as ‘first in class knowledge and skills’, especially in negotiating and structuring CLOs, while Dallas-based Rudgee Charles has advised issuers, borrowers and lenders in a variety of ABS offerings. Chicago-based Joel Weinberger is sought after for his experience in advising private equity firms. Thomas Prommer, located in New York, is noted for his portfolio of mandates involving esoteric assets, including specialty lending platforms and traditional loans. All
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‘Kirkland & Ellis distinguishes itself through deep sector expertise, a client-centric approach, and a commitment to innovation that consistently delivers exceptional outcomes. The team excels at fostering strong, trusted relationships, demonstrating both strategic insight and a thoughtful bedside manner that clients greatly value. What sets them apart is their ability to think beyond conventional solutions, exploring creative strategies tailored to each client's unique challenges.’
‘The individuals I work with at Kirkland & Ellis stand out as trusted advisors who consistently deliver exceptional results. Their deep expertise and strategic insight have earned my confidence to the extent that we’ve followed our lead lawyer (Evan Berman) across three firms, a testament to their unparalleled value. They combine this expertise with a great bedside manner, offering thoughtful and empathetic counsel that makes even the most complex issues manageable. Moreover, their reputation precedes them—well-known and highly respected within the industry, they bring both credibility and influence to every matter they handle.’
‘Solid CLO practice led by a seasoned and energetic partner. Clients stand to benefit from their expertise representing CLO managers across various transactions and matters. Moreover, their insights of the market, deal terms, and regulations is a tremendous tool that can help clients navigate various aspect of the CLO lifecycle. ’
‘Jared Axelrod and his team make it easy to work with and we get tremendous and valuable advise for all our matters.’
‘Kirkland & Ellis has a state of the art, top tier CLO team, representing CLO Managers in all aspects of deal issuance - warehouse facilities, new issuance, resets, refinancings and deal calls. ’
‘Jared Axelrod is a super-star CLO deal lawyer, and an exceptional addition to the Kirkland & Ellis roster. Jared has first in class knowledge and skills, and is extraordinarily reachable and responsive to clients. ’
Clients clés
- Blackstone
- Blue Owl Capital
- Bojangles’ Restaurants, Inc.
- CoreWeave, Inc.
- Diversified Energy Company PLC
- Maverick Natural Resources
- Oaktree Capital Management
- Travel + Leisure Co.
- Tropical Smoothie Café, LLC
- QDOBA Restaurant Corporation
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Responsable de la pratique
Michael Urschel; Kelly Mellecker
Autres avocats clés
Jared Axelrod; Rudgee Charles; Thomas Prommer; Joel Weinberger