Katten

Corporate

Evan's broad transactional portfolio focuses on financings (including credit facilities, term-loan financings and secured and structured financings), M&A activity and corporate restructurings. His practice covers the entire life cycle of a business, from guiding a startup venture in fundraising and organizational matters to assisting seasoned companies with corporate governance issues. His past restructuring work includes both out-of-court negotiations and Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.

Evan also advises entrepreneurs, start-ups, sponsors and funds on many forms of investments, including investments involving mezzanine debt, convertible securities and preferred and common equity. For a number of privately held businesses, he also serves as an outside general counsel, advising on matters including commercial contracts, corporate governance and capital raising. Evan also is well-versed in cross-border transactions and works with clients and their counterparties in various international jurisdictions.

JD, Benjamin Cardozo School of Law,1998; BA, Yeshiva University,1995