Marty Taylor Joins BCLP's Real Estate Finance Group
Advisor - People | Dec 03, 2024 | Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP (BCLP), a notable international law firm, has announced the addition of seasoned real estate finance expert Marty Taylor to its team as a partner, expanding the firm's capabilities in the Real Estate Finance group. Marty will be based in the Irvine office, ushering over 30 years of experience in guiding financial institutions and companies through a variety of syndicated and single-bank financing transactions. His specialty encompasses syndications, mezzanine lending, restructuring, and bankruptcy, particularly for complex and distressed transactions. Recognized in 'The Best Lawyers in America' for Real Estate Law from 2023 to 2025, Marty has been instrumental in significant lender-side transactions, such as a $390 million revolving line of credit for a mixed-use project and a $147 million senior secured construction facility. On the borrower side, he has led substantial projects including a $225 million revolving borrowing base facility for a residential real estate company. BCLP considers Marty's broad expertise and dual insight into lender and borrower dynamics a strategic asset to continue addressing sophisticated client needs effectively. His arrival is timely, aligning with BCLP’s commitment to maintaining a leading edge in a dynamically evolving real estate market.
Sectors
- Legal Services
- Real Estate Finance
- Banking and Financial Services
Geography
- United States – Reflects the location of Marty's operations within the BCLP Irvine office, and where much of his transactions take place.
Industry
- Legal Services – Involves services provided by law firms such as BCLP in advising on real estate finance transactions.
- Real Estate Finance – Transactions related to the financing of real estate projects; relevant as Marty Taylor specializes in this area.
- Banking and Financial Services – Financial institutions involved in lending and borrowing, a focus of Marty Taylor's expertise.
Financials
- 390 million USD – Revolving line of credit for a mixed-use project handled by Marty Taylor as lead counsel.
- 147 million USD – Senior secured construction facility for a luxury hotel and branded residences.
- 225 million USD – Secured revolving borrowing base facility for a residential real estate company.
- 100 million USD – Project financing under a ground lease with a private university.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP (BCLP) | Employer | Company | An international law firm expanding its real estate finance practice by hiring Marty Taylor. |
Marty Taylor | New Partner | Person | New partner at BCLP with 30 years of experience in real estate finance. |
Andy Auerbach | Regional Leader - Global Real Estate | Person | Involved in enthusiastically welcoming Marty to BCLP. |
Vanessa A. Sunshine | Practice Group Leader - Real Estate Finance | Person | Recognized the value Marty adds to the practice group at BCLP. |