Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Recognized for its private equity and borrower-side expertise, the global finance team at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP regularly handles sponsor-backed leveraged acquisition financings, investment grade facilities and fund financings. Restructuring related finance remains an area of strength for the team and sees the team regularly representing first lien lender groups. At the head of the practice are New York-based Doug Horowitz and Aaron Adams, with Linda Curtis based in the Los Angeles office. Horowitz is a key name for traditional syndicated and private credit acquisition financings, while Adams is well versed at handling senior credit facilities, note offerings, asset-based financings, as well as mezzanine financings. New addition Chad Nichols joined the Houston team in March 2023 from Akin, providing particular expertise in the energy industry.