PRIVATE CREDIT
McGuireWoods’ Private Credit Practice Group offers life cycle support to private credit funds, from formation to investment, driven by our banking and finance group — the largest finance practice in the United States — and, when needed, by our restructuring and insolvency practice.
The firm has a history of successfully advising clients on private credit transactions — from small, innovative deals to large-scale, multifaceted projects. We provide sophisticated advice for clients navigating the dynamic and growing private credit landscape across industries, leveraging our know-how in the healthcare, traditional and renewable energy, food and beverage, financial services and fintech industries.
We work with some of the largest private credit lenders nationwide and have deep skills advising niche participants in the sector, providing clients with a versatile view on what is needed to get a deal done successfully and strategically, no matter the loan, region or industry. McGuireWoods’ commitment to client service and quality counsel, regardless of the size or complexity of the financing transaction, is reflected in our recognition as one of the world’s preeminent banking and finance law firms. We consistently rank among the top U.S. firms in loans by proceeds and deal count in reputable league tables.
How We Help
McGuireWoods’ Private Credit Practice Group works closely with direct lenders to tailor solutions that meet their unique needs.
Our strengths include advising on:
- senior and senior-stretch loans;
- private high-yield notes;
- equity kickers and co-investments;
- mezzanine and subordinated loans;
- Holdco notes;
- first/second lien financings;
- unitranche loans;
- recurring revenue; and
- distressed lending/special situations.
The group’s lawyers negotiate and document complicated arrangements for distributing repayment risk, including:
- subordination and intercreditor agreements;
- agreements among lenders (AALs);
- loan purchases and sales;
- claims; and
- securities and other investments.
Representing the United States’ top 10 banks, McGuireWoods’ Private Credit Practice Group possesses unparalleled insight and experience in the finance industry.
Ranked among top firms across jurisdictions in banking and finance category.
– CHAMBERS USA
Repeatedly received national recognition for banking and finance law.
– BEST LAW FIRMS
Recognized among top firms advising lenders in debt finance transactions, according to London Stock Exchange Group and Debtwire.
– LEAGUE TABLES
