Finance & Banking
At Jackson Walker, we have decades of deal-based experience in the commercial and real estate lending markets that enables us to handle even the most complex transactions from start to finish in a manner that emphasizes efficiency and adds value for our clients.
We have extensive experience representing both lenders and borrowers in a variety of loan transactions. Our team approach draws on the experience of attorneys in several practice areas to provide comprehensive services while creating efficiencies for our clients. We regularly represent banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions, as well as nonbank lenders such as public and private companies and insurers. We also represent borrowers, and that gives us unique insight into what types of deals work in todayâs competitive market.
Our structure gives us the flexibility to handle a broad range of transactions, tailoring our services to meet each clientâs specific needs. We structure and document everything from straightforward term loans and revolving lines of credit to complex credit facilities for multimillion-dollar real estate portfolios. Regardless of the scope of the project, we are committed to protecting our clientsâ best interests by providing the highest quality of legal representation without âover-lawyeringâ the transaction.
Members of Jackson Walkerâs core Finance team have weathered two significant downturns in the commercial finance market and have substantial experience in loan modification, debt restructuring, workouts and foreclosures. At all points during the economic cycle, we are well poised to help our clients seize opportunities for growth and achieve their specific business objectives.
Real Estate and Construction Finance
At Jackson Walker, our depth of experience in real estate and construction finance gives clients an edge in a challenging marketplace. We represent both lenders and borrowers in a wide range of financing transactions across the United States. Our deal-based knowledge and team approach enable us to develop innovative solutions that achieve our clientsâ specific goals effectively.
We represent the full spectrum of lenders, from large, multinational financial institutions to regional banks, credit unions, hedge funds and insurance companies in all of their real property lending needs, including construction financing, projects, and permanent mortgage financing. We are particularly skilled in bringing value and efficiency to very large real-estate transactions.
Commercial Finance
At Jackson Walker, we view commercial finance as a partnership. Our Finance attorneys combine decades of transactional experience with the flexibility to create solutions tailored to each clientâs individual needs in the most effective and efficient manner possible. That means providing exactly the level of service they need â no more, and no less.
Our lending clients include large, multinational financial institutions, regional banks, credit unions, and niche lenders, as well as a variety of nonbank lenders, including public and private companies, funds and insurance firms. We also represent borrowers seeking commercial loans. Our experience on both sides of the lending equation enables us to understand what works in todayâs marketplace and provide a significant advantage to our clients.
March 7, 2025
Insights
Tariffs Update: U.S. Largely Reverses 25% Tariffs on Imports from Mexico and Canada; Maintains an Additional 10% Tariff on All Imports from China
By Robert L. Soza, Jr., Cameron A. Secord, and Sherry Mathews
Within 48 hours of announcing 25% tariffs on imports of Mexico and most imports of Canada, the U.S. largely reversed course Thursday afternoon and announced goods eligible for treatment under the 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (âUSMCAâ) could enter the United States duty free until April 2, 2025.
March 5, 2025
Insights
U.S. Imposes 25% Duty on Imports from Mexico and Canada Effective March 4, 2025
By Robert L. Soza, Jr., Cameron A. Secord, and Sherry Mathews
Pursuant to Notices issued by Department of Homeland Security Secretary on Monday, March 3, 2025, United States Customs and Border Protection (âCBPâ) will begin collecting a duty of 25% on most products of Mexico and Canada (âFirst CAMX Tariffsâ) imported into the United States.
March 4, 2025
Attorney News
Justin Shipley Joins The Texas Lyceum
Justin Shipley has been invited to serve as a Director of The Texas Lyceum, a nonprofit that cultivates the next generation of Texas leaders by engaging in meetings and conversations that study the issues facing the people and places of Texas.
February 7, 2025
Attorney News
Justin Shipley Appointed Chair of Dallas Zoo Board of Directors
Dallas partner Justin Shipley has been appointed as the 2025-2026 Chair of the Board of Directors of the Dallas Zoo.
November 12, 2024
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Welcomes Finance Partners Sarah Christian and Kathryn Nordick
Jackson Walker is delighted to announce the addition of partners Sarah Christian and Kathryn Nordick to our Austin office. Sarah and Kathryn bring a tremendous wealth of experience in debt financings, providing representation to local, regional, and national banks, private lenders and borrowers including private equity firms and their portfolio companies, and public and private companies.
November 7, 2024
Spotlight
Jackson Walker Earns 26 National and 140 Metropolitan Rankings in 2025 Edition of “Best Law Firms”
Jackson Walker proudly announces its inclusion in the 2025 edition of Best Law FirmsÂŽÂ by Best Lawyers. This year, Jackson Walker observed notable improvements in the national rankings, including the rise of Real Estate to Tier 1, Commercial Litigation, Energy Law, and Trusts and Estates to Tier 2, and the addition of Litigation – Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy) in Tier 3.
October 22, 2024
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 11 Attorneys Named to 2025 âLawdragon 500 Leading Dealmakers in Americaâ List
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the selection of 11 attorneys to Lawdragonâs list of the â500 Leading Dealmakers in America.â
