Mandel Katz & Brosnan LLP is an international law firm specializing in high-yield investment transactions, with a distinguished reputation in distressed debt and secondary markets. Founded in 1994 and recognized as a pioneer in distressed debt trading, the firm operates from offices in New York, London, and Singapore, offering integrated legal services to a global clientele.
The firm is renowned for its deep expertise in secondary loan and claims trading, portfolio asset transactions, and complex financial restructuring. MK&B serves major investment banks, hedge funds, broker/dealers, and investment entities, combining transactional proficiency with innovative, client-focused solutions. Its attorneys actively contribute to industry standards through participation in organizations like the Loan Syndications and Trading Association (LSTA) and the Loan Marketing Association (LMA).
Services Offered
- Secondary Loan Trading
- Claims Trading (secured, unsecured, administrative, and priority claims in bankruptcy/insolvency)
- Portfolio Asset Transactions (distressed/non-performing loans, real estate, secured and unsecured assets)
- High-Yield Investments
- Equity Trading (restricted stock, warrants, membership interests)
- Debtor-in-Possession Financing
- Structured Asset Disposition
- Private Equity Investments
- Mezzanine and Bridge Financing
- Debt/Equity Swaps
- Trusts and Estates / Wealth Management (wills, trusts, tax minimization, business succession planning)
- Estate and Trust Administration
- Asset-Backed Securities Structuring
- Credit Analysis and Due Diligence
- Loan Restructuring and Enforcement
- Co-Counsel Arrangements with Minority/Women-Owned Firms
The firm assists clients across numerous jurisdictions, including the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia, with notable experience in markets such as Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, and across Europe. MK&B is committed to diversity, equality, and client success, maintaining long-term relationships and adapting to evolving market needs.
