In a move that underscores its commitment to expanding its structured transactions practice, Morgan Lewis has announced the addition of Edward Southgate as a partner in its New York office. Southgate returns to the firm, bringing significant expertise in the sector of structured finance, having spent time at Dechert where he specialized in advising financial institutions, issuers, and underwriters on private placements of residential mortgage and asset-backed securities.
Southgate’s experience encompasses a broad spectrum of financial services, particularly in consumer lending and fintech. His work includes structuring and negotiating flow purchase and servicing arrangements with platform originators, as well as managing warehouse financing transactions that cover diverse asset classes such as credit card and equipment receivables.
Joining Southgate at Morgan Lewis is Victoria Kaplan, who comes on board as of counsel, further bolstering the firm’s capabilities in this practice area.
This strategic hire aligns with Morgan Lewis’s goal of enhancing its service offerings in structured transactions, a field that continues to grow in complexity and importance amid evolving market conditions. More details on this move can be found in the original announcement from Bloomberg Law.