Overview
George M. Houhanisin advises clients on corporate finance, corporate restructurings and general commercial transactions. He has represented private and public companies, as well as financial institutions, in connection with syndicated secured and unsecured credit facilities, asset-based lending, acquisition financings, recapitalizations, bridge financings, senior subordinated debt and mezzanine transactions for sponsored acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, refinancings and general corporate purposes. George has also worked on international finance transactions, primarily focusing on Europe and North America.
While in law school, George served as a law clerk for the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship, where he provided pro bono legal advice on transactional matters.
In addition, George regularly presents on financing topics, including serving as a guest speaker at the Fletcher School at Tufts University regarding international finance topics and trends.
Recognitions
- Chambers USA, Banking & Finance – Up and Coming, 2023
- The Legal 500 US, 2021-2022
- Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Rising Star in Law, 2021
- M&A Network Emerging Leader, 2021
Credentials
Education
University of Chicago, JD, 2010
University of Michigan, BA, with honors, 2007
Admissions
Illinois
