Commercial Finance

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At MW Law, we understand that behind every merger or acquisition lies more than financial opportunity. It represents the culmination of strategic thinking, market insight, and calculated risk.

Our approach transcends traditional legal counsel, combining sophisticated transaction expertise with an entrepreneurial perspective.

Beyond the Transaction

While others focus on closing deals, we architect transformations. From emerging companies pursuing strategic acquisitions to established enterprises divesting assets, we provide the legal infrastructure that enables bold decisions to become profitable realities.

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Our Commercial Finance Practice Includes:

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Borrower Representation

Guiding Borrowers Through Complex Financing

We represent businesses and investors seeking commercial financing, ensuring loan terms are clear, compliant, and aligned with their objectives. Our support includes negotiation, document review, and coordination with lenders to protect the borrower’s interests from start to close.

Mezzanine Loans by Investment Funds / Preferred Equity

Sophisticated Capital for Growth & Acquisition

We advise investment funds and sponsors on mezzanine financing and preferred equity structures, crafting documents that balance risk and return. Our team ensures these hybrid capital solutions are structured cleanly, negotiated effectively, and ready for investor deployment.

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Business Purchase Financing

Financing Tools for Acquisitions

We assist buyers and investors with financing strategies for business acquisitions, including loan structuring, diligence, collateral review, and lender negotiations. Our guidance helps clients secure capital efficiently while minimizing risk throughout the transaction.

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Loan Assumptions

Navigating Existing Loan Transfers

We support buyers and owners in assuming existing commercial loans, handling lender approvals, documentation, agreement modifications, and title coordination. Our role ensures the transfer is smooth, legally sound, and aligned with the terms of the original financing.

Comprehensive Transaction Expertise

Our M&A capabilities span the full spectrum of strategic combinations and corporate restructuring:

Strategic Transactions

Asset and stock acquisitions and dispositions
Corporate mergers and consolidations
Management buyouts and leveraged buyouts
Strategic divestitures and spin-offs

Growth Capital Solutions

Private equity investments and recapitalizations
Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
Corporate restructuring and reorganizations
Cross-border transactions and international expansion

Specialized Structures

Private Placement Memoranda
Subscription Agreements
Investor Suitability Questionnaires
SPV Organizational Documents

The MW Law Advantage

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Boutique Focus, Institutional Capability

We deliver boutique responsiveness with top-tier sophistication. Every client works directly with experienced partners throughout the entire process.

Strategic Integration

Our expertise in private securities, real estate, and corporate law allows us to structure transactions that others can't execute.

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Speed Without Compromise

Technology-enabled workflows accelerate due diligence without sacrificing precision. We close deals at market speed.

Recent Transaction Experience

Advised on strategic acquisitions ranging from $15 million to $350+ million
Structured cross-border transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions
Facilitated complex joint ventures between public and private entities
Orchestrated management buyouts for family-owned enterprises transitioning ownership

Our Commercial FinanceTeam

J. Peter Larsen

Partner

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Fareed Kaisani

Partner

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Shaila Manjiyani

Partner

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Branden Lankford

Senior Attorney

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Vision to Value Creation

We structure deals that satisfy immediate objectives while positioning combined entities for sustained growth. Our due diligence identifies opportunities and risks,  which ensures complete clarity from strategy through post-closing integration.

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