Lending & Finance
Steve is a Practice Group Leader of the Lending & Finance practice group at Lewis Rice, where he is known for his practical, results-oriented approach to commercial lending transactions. With extensive experience representing national and regional banks, Steve specializes in structuring and negotiating complex financing arrangements, including syndicated loans, real estate financing, acquisition financing, sponsor finance, asset-based lending, and other secured and unsecured credit facilities.
Steve’s clients value his ability to navigate intricate legal and business challenges efficiently, ensuring that transactions move forward smoothly and close on time. His deep understanding of lending transactions and regulatory landscapes allows him to quickly identify potential issues and develop pragmatic solutions that keep deals on track. Steve’s commitment to client service, combined with his ability to manage difficult issues with precision and foresight, ensures that his clients’ transactions are completed on time and with confidence.
Recent Representations:
- A consumer goods company in obtaining a $70 million secured revolving credit facility.
- A national bank in a $13 million secured revolving line of credit facility.
- A national bank in an $8 million secured revolving credit facility.
- A real estate developer in a $27 million construction loan.
- A regional bank in a $3 million secured revolving credit facility.
- An electrical contractor in a $43 million secured revolving credit facility and term loan facility.
- A real estate developer in a $9 million real estate secured credit facility.
- A regional bank in a $2 million secured revolving credit facility and $5 million acquisition and term loan credit facility.
- A regional bank in an $18 million construction loan.
- A national bank in a $50 million secured revolving credit facility.
- A real estate developer in a $14 million construction loan.
