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    Madison Schwarzer

    Associate


    • Chicago
    • Office+1 312.977.4424
    • mschwarzer@nixonpeabody.com
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    Introduction

    Madison Schwarzer advises borrowers, banks, and other commercial lending institutions in a wide variety of finance transactions, including senior, second lien, and mezzanine financings, on an asset-based, recurring revenue, or a cash-flow basis.

    Practice Areas

    Corporate & Finance

    /My focus

    I advise borrowers, commercial banks, and other financial institutions in a variety of commercial finance matters involving bilateral and syndicated loans, senior and mezzanine financings, and secured and unsecured transactions.

    /Looking ahead

    As the financial landscape evolves, business will need to adapt to a more complex and dynamic funding environment. The focus will shift towards innovative strategies to address both immediate and long-term financial needs, while carefully managing liquidity in response to changing economic conditions. With potential shifts in market trends and credit environments on the horizon, businesses will find new opportunities for strategic partnerships and creative financing solutions. In this rapidly changing environment, our team remains committed to providing the forward-thinking guidance and support necessary to help our clients navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities ahead.

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    • Commercial Dispute Resolution

      Friday roundup

      This roundup of notable industry news includes Rocade Capital’s agreement to provide financial backing in connection with the launch of Winward Litigation Finance. NP is mentioned for advising Rocade on the deal. The NP team includes Global Finance partners Dan Strzalka and Josh Scarborough and Corporate partner Brian Krob, all of the Chicago office; Global Finance associates Max Ferullo of New York City and Madison Schwarzer of Chicago; and Corporate associate Kelly Glynn of Chicago.

      March 8, 2024

    /Admitted to practice

    Illinois
    New York

    /Education

    University of Buffalo Law School, J.D., cum laude, Executive Editor for the Buffalo Environmental Law Journal
    Trinity University, B.A.

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