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Banking and Finance

Varnum is a full-service provider of legal services to publicly traded and privately held borrowers and lenders across their banking and finance needs

Our ability to represent financial institutions in all business lines, combined with the industry and market knowledge we bring to borrowers and lenders, has made Varnum one of the region’s most trusted providers of commercial finance services.

We represent commercial lenders and borrowers on single and multi-bank deals, including working capital lines of credit, term loan facilities, real estate facilities and asset-based lending. Clients enjoy working with us because of our reputation for service and responsiveness. We are timely in our work product and detail oriented, and we pride ourselves on our great working relationships with the ultimate customer.

Comprehensive guidance from attorneys who focus on banking and financial institutions

In addition to our strong commercial loan practice, our banking clients know they can rely on Varnum’s solid representation in matters critical to the industry, including regulatory, acquisitions, employment, litigation and more. For example, we frequently help clients with real estate matters as they expand their branch networks.

Varnum is tuned into financial markets and networks with leading entities within the industry, and our strong banking relationships and market knowledge provide significant value to borrowers seeking financing, including acquisition and growth financing. In addition to structuring, negotiating and documenting transactions, we know the lending trends within the market and provide exceptional value beyond legal counsel to clients with capital needs.

Varnum’s considerable experience in loan workout counsel benefits both borrowers and lenders in efficiently addressing troubled loans, with practical advice geared toward achieving realistic goals. Our complementary approach to service ensures the needs of our clients are met no matter which legal practices are required.

“Varnum is always responsive, knowledgeable, understanding and willing to go the extra mile to keep me and my customers delighted.”

Senior Vice President, large retail bank

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