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Brandon DeLano

Associate
Houston
About

Brandon DeLano is an associate in DLA Piper’s Finance practice and is based in Houston. He regularly represents public and private borrowers, private equity sponsors, commercial lenders, and other financial institutions across a wide range of sectors, including financial services, energy, manufacturing, real estate, technology, transportation, music, sports and entertainment.

Brandon’s practice spans a broad spectrum of financial instruments and transactions, including first and second lien credit facilities, subscription facilities, middle market and large cap financings, cross-border and domestic acquisition financings, complex debt restructurings, as well as a host of other lending transactions.

Brandon thrives in the fast-paced nature of his work, consistently driving deals to completion and achieving outstanding results. His versatility across different markets, industries, and credit structures makes him a trusted partner. Known for his efficiency, analytical skills, and collaborative approach, clients appreciate Brandon's agile mindset, keen attention to detail and exceptional service.


Areas of FocusEnergy and Natural ResourcesFinanceLeveraged Finance and Debt FinanceMergers and AcquisitionsPrivate Equity
Bar admissionsTexas
Education
  • J.D., University of Tulsa College of Law
    with Highest Honors
    Tulsa County Bar Association Energy and Mineral Law Award
    Associate Editor, Tulsa Law Review
  • B.A., Miami University

EXPERIENCE

  • Represented Dundee Partners in entering strategic partnership with Universal Music Group valuing Chord Music Partners at US$1.85 billion. Chord’s portfolio includes works from many of the world’s most iconic artists and songwriters, including The Weeknd, Ryan Tedder/OneRepublic, David Guetta, Lorde, Kid Cudi, Diplo, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Ellie Goulding, ZZ Top, John Legend, Twenty One Pilots and many more
  • Represented Columbus McKinnon Corporation, a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of intelligent motion solutions for material handling, in a definitive agreement to acquire Kito Crosby Limited in an all-cash transaction valued at US$2.7 billion
  • Represented a provider of legal software, payments and banking infrastructure in connection with its US$950 million in refinancing transactions
  • Represented a global holding company in connection with its investment in a leader in clean energy funding and an offering up to US$1 billion of financing
  • Represented a financial institution in connection with various loan facilities in relation to the financing of an asset manager’s purchase of a music catalog portfolio
  • Represented a sovereign wealth fund in connection with its investment in a private credit lender and a US$300 million revolving credit facility

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+1 713 425 8469
(Work, Houston)
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