A partner in the Corporate Department, John C. Kennedy focuses primarily on corporate finance and securities transactions. He has represented both issuers and underwriters in a broad range of public and private securities offerings. Mr. Kennedy has significant experience in initial public offerings and Rule 144A high-yield transactions. He has handled many complex securities and financing transactions, such as exchange offers, debt tender offers, consent solicitations and debt restructurings. He also regularly counsels his public clients on corporate governance and securities compliance issues. Mr. Kennedy is recognized in the area of capital markets by Chambers USA and Legal 500.