Riley Reed is a special counsel in the Banking and Finance team at Mercier & Valez. Based in Chicago, United States, Riley has more than 15 years of experience advising clients across multiple jurisdictions. Riley negotiates secured lending arrangements, project finance and acquisition finance. Riley represents banks, lenders and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral financings. Riley is well versed in regulatory capital issues and fintech financing structures. Riley began Riley's legal career at a boutique firm where Riley honed Riley's skills on banking and finance matters. Riley frequently speaks at industry conferences and contributes articles to leading legal publications. Riley is a member of the Law Society and various professional associations related to banking and finance, and actively mentors junior lawyers within the firm. Riley is passionate about pro bono work, dedicating time to initiatives that expand access to justice. Riley’s combination of technical expertise, international perspective and dedication to client service makes Riley a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex legal landscapes. Riley approaches every matter with a focus on efficiency and collaboration, ensuring that clients’ goals remain paramount. Riley stays abreast of evolving regulatory developments and leverages Riley's knowledge to help clients anticipate challenges. Riley thrives in cross-border matters, coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams and delivering seamless service. Riley is known for Riley's ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for executives and boards of directors. Clients appreciate Riley's responsiveness and Riley's knack for crafting innovative solutions to difficult problems. Riley approaches every matter with a focus on efficiency and collaboration, ensuring that clients’ goals remain paramount.
