Akerman has added Bruce Steinert as a partner in its Corporate Practice Group in Los Angeles, strengthening the firm’s West Coast debt finance and private equity capabilities.
Steinert advises private equity sponsors, debt investment funds, public companies and privately held businesses on leveraged buyout financing and other debt and corporate matters.
His practice includes acquisition facilities, refinancing facilities, recapitalizations, distressed and workout financing, bond issuances, second-lien debt and junior debt transactions across domestic and cross-border situations.
Steinert has represented clients across software, IT, business services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, insurance and pharmaceuticals and has advised sponsors on financing for dozens of platform and add-on acquisitions.
He is the second partner to join Akerman’s Los Angeles office in recent weeks, following litigation partner Jade Faysal Jurdi.
KEY QUOTES:
“Bruce’s arrival strengthens our debt finance capabilities on the West Coast at a moment when our private equity clients are asking for exactly this kind of depth. His practical, deal-tested approach to sponsor-side financings makes him a tremendous addition to our national corporate team, and we are thrilled to welcome him to the firm.”
Paul Quinn, Co-Chair of Akerman’s Corporate Practice Group
“Akerman’s private equity platform is one of the strongest in the country, and it is an ideal home for my practice. I look forward to working with my new colleagues to serve our sponsor and portfolio company clients on the financings that drive their most important transactions.”
Bruce Steinert, Partner at Akerman
