Product Description

Commercial loans are a key source of working capital for businesses. Structuring, documenting, and closing a commercial loan transaction from term sheet to funding requires bank and finance lawyers to have a firm grasp of all aspects of commercial loan documentation and relevant commercial law. Hear our panel of experienced lawyers discuss these important topics in the context of today’s commercial lending environment and provide an overview of the key provisions of the basic loan and security documents with an emphasis on the best practices for mitigating risks and negotiating these documents—whether as borrower’s counsel or lender’s counsel. Bring your questions to customize this highly focused, moderated dialogue with the experts.

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00 - 2:35 pm

  Foundations of Commercial Loan Transactions

  Commercial Loan Deal Structures; Key Terms

  Jamie N. Class, Esq., Foley & Lardner LLP , Boston
  
• 2:35 - 2:45 pm

  Closing Agendas and Getting the Deal Done

  Felisa E. Sanchez, Esq., K&L Gates LLP , Houston
  
• 2:45 - 3:25 pm

  Drafting the Deal Documents

  “Bank” Payment Guaranties—Recourse v. Limited Recourse; Third-Party Agreements—Landlord Lien Waivers/Access Agreements; Multiple Lenders and Debt Subordination Agreements

  Matthew P. Doring, Esq., Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP , Boston
  Sean W. Gilligan, Esq., Gesmer Updegrove LLP , Boston
  
• 3:25 - 3:35 pm

  Break
• 3:35 - 4:05 pm

  Personal Property Collateral Documentation

  Security Agreements and Perfection Requirements; Special Perfection Issues

  Matthew P. Doring, Esq., Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP , Boston
  Felisa E. Sanchez, Esq., K&L Gates LLP , Houston
  
• 4:05 - 4:35 pm

  Real Estate Collateral Documentation

  Mortgage/Deed of Trust; Assignment of Leases and Rents; Subordination, NonDisturbance and Attornment Agreements

  Sean W. Gilligan, Esq., Gesmer Updegrove LLP , Boston
  Felisa E. Sanchez, Esq., K&L Gates LLP , Houston
  
• 4:35 - 4:50 pm

  Equity Loans, Warrants and Profit Interests

  Warrant agreements; Change in Control

  Sean W. Gilligan, Esq., Gesmer Updegrove LLP , Boston
  
• 4:50 - 5:00 pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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Fees

• $220.50 - MCLE Sponsor Member
• $122.50 - New Lawyer
• $122.50 - Pending Admittee
• $122.50 - Law Student
• $122.50 - Paralegal
• $245.00 - All Others