Holland & Knight Continues Growth of Financial Services Team with Addition of Paul Libretta in New York

Holland & Knight has strengthened its Financial Services Team with the addition of Paul Libretta as a partner in New York. Mr. Libretta represents issuers, investors, borrowers, lenders, sellers, buyers, hedge funds, private credit funds and other financial institutions in connection with structured finance, securitizations and asset-backed lending transactions. He was previously of counsel at Winston & Strawn.

“We are delighted to welcome Paul to our Financial Services Team. He is a highly respected attorney in his field whose extensive experience representing a wide range of clients in structured finance, securitizations and asset-backed lending will be an invaluable addition to our firm,” said Matthew Fontane, co-chair of the firm's Financial Services Team. “Paul’s insights into fintech and his knowledge in banking, securities and consumer finance regulatory matters will further strengthen our team’s capabilities.”

Mr. Libretta has experience with various asset classes including credit accounts, marketplace loans, auto loans, mortgages, MSRs, student loans and life settlements. He has also advised on banking, securities and consumer finance regulatory and compliance matters. Additionally, Mr. Libretta has advised on fintech matters including hardware and software technology licensing and maintenance agreements as well as general corporate counselling.

“I am thrilled to join Holland & Knight and contribute to the firm’s growth in structured finance and asset-backed lending. With my experience across various asset classes in the structured finance space as well as a strong focus on fintech, regulatory and compliance matters, I look forward to collaborating with this talented group of professionals including Taylor Speers and John Marchisello with whom I worked at my prior firm,” said Mr. Libretta. “I’m excited about the opportunities ahead and eager to help our clients navigate the complexities of the financial services industry.”

Mr. Libretta received a J.D. degree from Brooklyn Law School, cum laude, and a B.S. degree from the United States Military Academy.

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