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K&L Gates

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At K&L Gates, the group in Wilmington are experienced in advising clients on matters of Delaware entity law. Scott Waxman leads the team, described as being ‘smart’ and giving ‘clear, insightful advice’ as well as ‘knowing Delaware laws inside and out.’ A distinguishing feature of the practice as a whole its international reach, and therefore its ability to provide global clients in a range of industries with relevant advice. Other key lawyers in the team are Nicholas Froio, who is ’hard-working, responsive and always reliable’ and Eric Feldman who ‘is a brilliant lawyer and knowledgeable about all types of transactions’.

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  • ‘A very experienced and responsive group.’
  • ‘Scott Waxman is super smart and gives clear, insightful advice. Knows Delaware laws inside and out.'

  • 'Nick Froio is hard-working, responsive and always reliable.'
  • 'Eric Feldman is a brilliant lawyer and knowledgeable about all types of transactions.
  • 'Andrew Skouvakis is a sharp lawyer and always available.’
  • ‘I use this firm because of the standout skills of Eric Feldman. Even when using other attorneys in the firm, he helps with everything.'

  • ‘Eric Feldman is the star of the show. He’s brilliant, extremely detailed, and the best draftsman I’ve ever come across, and I’ve worked with countless firms and attorneys. I don’t say any of that lightly. He’s the real deal.’

Key clients

  • AIKG, LLC (Andretti Indoor Karts and Gaming)
  • Bloomberg Finance, L.P.
  • AFP Cuprum SA
  • Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras S.A.
  • Wilmington Trust, N.A.
  • Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. /Computershare Trust Company, N.A.
  • New England Sports Ventures, LLC
  • 500 N 4th Street LLC d/b/a Standard Power
  • Johnstone Supply, Inc.
  • Lone Star Funds/Lone Star Real Estate Funds

Work highlights

  • Advised Bloomberg Finance L.P. and many subsidiaries and affiliates on matters of Delaware corporate, limited liability company and limited partnership law in connection with a credit facility refinancing.
  • Advised AIKG, LLC on matters of Delaware entity law in connection with certain organizational matters and a credit facility financing.
  • Assisted Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras S.A. with the formation of special purpose Delaware limited liability partnerships.

Lawyers

Leading lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Scott Waxman

Other key lawyers

Nicholas Froio, Eric Feldman, Andrew Skouvakis