Dechert Boosts Global Finance Expertise with High-Profile London Team Led by Sushila Nayak

Dechert LLP is making waves in the global finance world with the addition of a powerhouse four-lawyer team in London, led by the renowned Sushila Nayak. This bold move turbocharges Dechert’s expertise in structured credit and collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), solidifying its reputation as a top-tier player on both sides of the Atlantic.

Sushila Nayak is no ordinary finance lawyer. Dual-qualified in New York and England & Wales, she brings a rare blend of skills and deep experience advising on complex, multi-asset securitisations from trade receivables and commodities to music rights and renewable energy loans. Her track record includes high-stakes CLO issuances, restructurings, and navigating the tricky waters of European regulatory compliance. Simply put, she’s a game-changer in the structured finance arena.

Joining her is James Jirtle, another expert in structured credit who has advised some of the biggest names on CLO warehousing, securitisations, and regulatory issues across Europe. With two new associates also joining, Dechert’s London team is stronger and sharper than ever, ready to tackle the growing demand in the CLO market.

Leaders at Dechert couldn’t be more excited. Dave Forti, co-chair of the global finance practice, says this team fits perfectly with Dechert’s vision to lead the most innovative and challenging transactions worldwide. John M. Timperio echoes that their expertise will open doors to new opportunities with financial institutions and asset managers globally.

Dechert’s structured credit practice is already a heavyweight, boasting offices from London to New York and handling over 94 CLO deals worth a staggering $39.5 billion last year alone. Highlights include advising on the first-ever European Middle-Market Private Credit CLO for Barings, named “CLO Deal of the Year,” and the largest CLO transaction in history for Golub Capital Partners.

With Sushila Nayak and her team now on board, Dechert is not just strengthening its footprint, it’s setting the pace for the future of structured finance. For clients seeking cutting-edge expertise and fearless innovation, Dechert’s London practice is the place to watch.