Partner Thomas McGowan of Russin & Vecchi is highly regarded in the market. "He is probably the best banking lawyer in Taiwan," says a peer....
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Partner Thomas McGowan of Russin & Vecchi is highly regarded in the market. "He is probably the best banking lawyer in Taiwan," says a peer.
The firm is frequently engaged by bank lenders, such as its representation for Mega Bank in the financing of the Carlyle's investment in Ta Chong Bank. Similar highlights include advice to Taipei Fubon Bank in the financing of a private equity investment in Eastern Broadcasting as well and the financing for the acquisition of Eastern Home Shopping & Leisure. Acting as borrower's counsel, the firm also advised a group of private equity investors in the financing for the purchase of Gala TV Corporation.
AIG also retained the firm on the sale of its credit card and auto finance business in Taiwan. In insolvency deals, the firm acted for bond holders and creditors in Ya Hsin and Far Eastern Air Transport on bankruptcy issues. It also helped 16 non-local structured produce issuers in negotiations with the Taiwan regulator on the new regulations regarding the sale of structured projects in Taiwan. Clients also turn to the firm for International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) netting and collateral opinions.
The firm's expertise ranges from general corporate transactions, technology transfers, M&A, and securities and mutual funds. Its fund manager client base includes Aberdeen, AllianceBernstein, Janus, Morgan Stanley, Pimco and Robeco.
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