The global law firm Jones Day has announced that Angela L. Batterson is joining the Firm’s New York Office as a partner in its Banking, Finance & Securities Practice.
Ms. Batterson represents lenders and borrowers in private debt financings, including secured and unsecured senior credit facilities, sponsor-backed acquisition finance facilities, asset-based loans, and mezzanine financing. She has also advised on intercreditor agreements and distressed debt financings including debtor-in-possession financings.
“Angie brings us great experience and insights that will benefit our clients across numerous sectors,” said Brett Barragate, who co-leads Jones Day’s Banking, Finance & Securities Practice. “The transactions are continuing to become more complex, and the parties to those transactions, particularly in industries like health care, manufacturing, and energy – where Angela has deep experience and knowledge – need the type of counsel she can provide. We are very happy to have her at Jones Day.”
Added Wesley Johnson, Partner-in-Charge of Jones Day’s New York Office, “Angie’s exceptional track record in structuring debt financings, for both creditors and borrowers, along with her commitment to providing exceptional client service and communication make her a great addition to our already exceptional Banking, Finance & Securities team here in New York. Her experience complements many of the strengths already evident in the Practice, and I look forward to her contributions.”
Admitted to the New York and Georgia bar associations, Ms. Batterson has been recognized by The Legal 500 for her commercial finance work.
Jones Day is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers in 42 offices across five continents. The Firm is distinguished by: a singular tradition of client service; the mutual commitment to, and the seamless collaboration of, a true partnership; formidable legal talent across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions; and shared professional values that focus on client needs.
Source: www.jonesday.com
