Orrick Advises Galaxy in Successful Bid to Acquire Leading Custody Platform GK8
December.05.2022
Orrick advises Galaxy in successful first of its kind bid to acquire leading custody platform GK8
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For over a century, we've acted for global banks, funds and leading financial institutions at the forefront of innovation in the private and public sectors – from creating new financial products to resolving high-stakes litigation, enforcement and compliance matters. Harnessing the talents of our diverse finance, restructuring, securitization, real estate, M&A, capital markets and tax lawyers, we partner with our clients to develop strategies for bespoke challenges and opportunities in today's fast-paced financial markets. We combine our market knowledge with a deep bench of leading trial, appellate, regulatory and compliance lawyers to help financial institutions navigate complex litigation and enforcement matters.
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Orrick Advises Zephyr Partners on Revitalization of Midway District
October.31.2022
Orrick is advising Zephyr Partners on the redevelopment of San Diego’s long underserved Midway District, commonly referred to as the North Bay area.
Orrick Advises Investors on the Securitization of the “Got Talent” Franchises
October.05.2022
Orrick advised the investors on the $125 million securitization by Syco Entertainment of Intellectual Property in the "Got Talent" Franchise.
Orrick Advises Oportun on $150 Million Corporate Financing
September.15.2022
Orrick advised Oportun Financial Corporation on a $150 million senior secured term loan facility.
Orrick Advises Westbrook on Industrial Acquisition with Sale Proceeds Going to Charity
July.29.2022
Orrick advised Westbrook Partners on the $37 million acquisition of Sherman Way Industrial Center in North Hollywood, California and the financing of ...
Orrick Advises on First P3 Forward Delivery Bond Refinancing
July.21.2022
Orrick advised Elizabeth River Crossings (ERC) on pricing an innovative US$571.5 million forward delivery tax-exempt series of bonds, the ...
Orrick Team Advises Petroserv Marine Inc. on Scheme of Arrangement
July.08.2022
Orrick's Restructuring group led a multi-jurisdictional cross-practice team on Petroserv Marine’s restructuring of its term loan facilities agreement.
Orrick Advises on Sixth GACS Securitization of BCC Banca Iccrea
May.31.2022
BCC Banca Iccrea, parent company of the BCC Iccrea Group, has completed the sixth securitization of non-performing loans backed by "GACS" guarantee.
District of Columbia's Inaugural Public-Private Partnership Project: DC Smart Street Lighting
May.24.2022
We served as bond counsel to the District of Columbia on its first public-private partnership issue, a project to upgrade the streetlights in D.C.
Orrick Advises Impact Investor responsAbility on an $8 Million Financing for a Green Energy Supplier
May.09.2022
Orrick represented responsAbility Investments AG on an $8 million working capital facility for next generation utility provider Bboxx.
Insights
Cooperatives: An Ownership Model for Digital Networks
by James Wigginton, Mark Janoff and Joseph Perkins | January.17.2023
Turbulence in crypto and blockchain has shed light on a question that has received increasing attention: how web3 companies share ownership in ...
The Financial Data Transparency Act
by Jenna Magan, Donna McIntosh, Hoang Vu and James Hernandez | December.27.2022
The Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022 (Act) will change the way issuers and obligors of municipal securities report required disclosure ...
School Bond Election Timeline for 2024 Election
by Donald Field and Andrea Nicole Greenwald | December.20.2022
For school districts and community college districts considering 2024 bond elections, remember that the March 2024 primary election is fast ...
Questions and Answers: The new gateway for firms that approve financial promotion
by Guy Stevenson and Daniel Jones | December.08.2022
In this article, our London Fintech team answer our clients' questions relating to the FCA's new financial promotion approval regime.
Lorraine McGowen Speaks at the 19th Annual Columbia Conference
November.23.2022
Lorraine McGowen spoke on a panel titled “Investing in Africa,” which discussed the current outlook and drivers of the African investment landscape.
FinCEN Issues Beneficial Ownership Reporting Rule
by , Matthew Moses and Shawn Maria Estrada | November.17.2022
The U.S. Treasury Department's FinCEN published a final rule to implement beneficial ownership reporting requirements.
CFPB Alive and Kicking – Issues New Guidance to Eliminate "Junk Fees" with Banks and Fintechs in its Cross Hairs
by Melissa Baal Guidorizzi, Heather Egan Sussman, Aravind Swaminathan, Camille Joanne Rosca and Michaela Frai | November.14.2022
The CFPB issued guidance to warn financial institutions that overdraft and "bounced check" fees likely violate consumer protection laws.
The Uniform Commercial Code and Digital Assets: What You Need to Know
by Lorraine McGowen | October.31.2022
The proposed changes to commercial law governing the transfer of digital assets for the U.S., as urged by the Uniform Law Commission.
Fraudulent Transfers: Recent Developments Concerning Subsequent Transferees
by Evan C. Hollander and Nick Sabatino | October.27.2022
Evan Hollander and Nick Sabatino authored an article on a Tenth Circuit decision on the liability of subsequent transferees of fraudulent transfers.
European Commission Publishes Report with Important Implications for EU Institutional Investors Investing in Third Country Securitisations
by Sushila Nayak, Madeleine Horrocks and James Jirtle | October.17.2022
The European Commission recently published a report with implications for EU institutional investors investing in third country securitizations.
CFPB Adds Friction to Fintech Inclusion Efforts
by Carolyn Frantz, Melissa Baal Guidorizzi and David Devich | October.03.2022
Our team authored an article in Bloomberg Law on the CFPB's increased enforcement around discriminatory practices and fintech companies.
A Teachable Moment: Latest SEC Enforcement Actions Remind Underwriters of Limited Offering Exemption’s “Reasonable Belief” Requirements
by Jenna Magan, Lily Becker, Robert Feyer, Jerry V. Kyle Jr., James Hernandez, Christine Reynolds and Alison Radecki | September.20.2022
In an unprecedented move, the SEC filed litigation against one underwriter of municipal securities and announced settlements with three others.
CFPB Enforcement Power: 3 Trends to Follow
by Melissa Baal Guidorizzi, Daniel Forester, Heather Egan Sussman, Tori Downey and Ryan McKenney | September.01.2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has expanded its oversight of nonbank financial entities to add to its available regulatory tools in ...
5th Circuit Ruling Highlights Split on Chapter 11 Exculpation
by Evan C. Hollander, Daniel A. Rubens, David Litterine-Kaufman and James Anglin Flynn | August.31.2022
An Orrick team co-authored an article in Law360 discussing a Fifth Circuit opinion restricting a bankruptcy courts’ authority to exculpate parties.
What Fintech and Digital Marketing Companies Need to Know Now About the CFPB’s Expanding Jurisdiction
by Melissa Baal Guidorizzi, Daniel Forester, Heather Egan Sussman and Shawn Maria Estrada | August.26.2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently made two announcements that (1) asserted jurisdiction over a larger group of nonbank ...
News
Platts Global Energy Awards Recognizes Innovative Oil & Gas Securitization
December.12.2022
Platts Global Energy Awards recognized PureWest 2021-1, brought to the market by Guggenheim Securities, as the 2022 “Deal of the Year – Financial”
Orrick Public Finance Team Served as Bond Counsel on Award Winning P3 Lighting Project
November.23.2022
Winner of two P3 Awards for Best Social Infrastructure Project and Best Energy Project, the District of Columbia's Smart Street Lighting project is ...
Behnam Dayanim Joins Orrick as Global Head of Digital Commerce and Gaming
November.17.2022
Nationally recognized as a leading adviser to the gaming, fintech and other digital verticals in regulatory and commercial matters, Behn joins us as ...
Orrick's Helen Pennock Named a Bond Buyer Rising Star
November.14.2022
Helen is the seventh consecutive Orrick lawyer named to the Bond Buyer’s Rising Stars series, which launched in 2016.
Roger Davis Named to Bond Buyer’s Hall of Fame
October.31.2022
One of only five individuals recognized, Roger has played an integral role in transforming the public finance industry over his 50-year career.
Orrick Recognized for Esoteric ABS Deal of the Year by GlobalCapital
September.19.2022
Orrick, together with Nuveen Green Capital, received the “Esoteric ABS Deal of the Year” award from GlobalCapital at the 2022 US Securitization Awards
Orrick Adds Fintech and Financial Services Litigator and Regulatory Enforcement Adviser
July.15.2022
David McGill joins the firm’s Washington, DC office.
Orrick Adds Former CFPB Enforcer to Fintech Team
June.27.2022
Melissa Baal Guidorizzi served for eight years with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Orrick Adds Debt Finance Rising Star to Energy & Infrastructure Team in New York
June.08.2022
Jared Joyce-Schleimer advises sponsors and lenders on energy and infrastructure project financings, as well as related restructurings.
Orrick Grows Direct Lending Practice in Boston
May.16.2022
Welcome to Greg Bilton who joins the firm as a partner in our Direct Lending practice.
The Conversation
The LIBOR Transition: Why LIBOR May Be Going Away & What to Expect
by Nikiforos Mathews | January.15.2020
Like Y2K, but for real… or a whole lot of nothing? Orrick partners Howard Altarescu and Nikiforos Mathews, along with Joyce Frost of Riverside Risk ...
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Fintech
Our fintech team strives to provide innovative legal solutions to help fintech companies of all sizes achieve their commercial and growth objectives.
Fintech
Our fintech team strives to provide innovative legal solutions to help fintech companies of all sizes achieve their commercial and growth objectives.
The Lawyer Magazine Recognizes Ed Dyson On Its "Hot 100 2023" List
January.23.2023
The Lawyer has recognized Orrick partner Ed Dyson in its “Hot 100 2023” list of professionals celebrated for legal excellence and relevance.
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Top 3 U.S. CMBS underwriter's counsel
Commercial Mortgage Alert, 2020
No. 1 Municipal Bond Counsel
The Bond Buyer, 2020 and past 20 years
#4 out-of-court creditor firm and #7 bankruptcy firm
The Deal, 2020
Top Law Firm for Fintech
Lendit, 2019 and 2020
Tier 1 - Municipal Restructuring, Securitization, Fintech
The Legal 500, 2020