Catherine Carney-Richman, a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood’s Corporate and Finance Group, was named among the Top 25 Private Equity Attorneys of 2024

Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Catherine Carney-Richman, a Principal in our Corporate and Finance Group and based in the firm’s Naples office, was named among the Top 25 Private Equity Attorneys of 2024 by Attorney Intel.

About the Ranking

These attorneys are essential players in the private equity sector, guiding clients through the complexities of fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory frameworks. Their work involves not only structuring high-stakes transactions but also advising on compliance matters and strategic investments that drive growth and innovation across various industries. With expertise ranging from negotiating joint ventures to navigating cross-border deals, they enable clients to capitalize on opportunities while effectively managing risks.

As strategic partners in the investment lifecycle, these attorneys serve as trusted advisors to private equity firms, portfolio companies, and institutional investors while leveraging their deep industry knowledge to optimize outcomes. 

This year’s awardees were chosen through a methodical nomination process and careful consideration of each candidate’s career track record and industry contribution and who exemplify a commitment to excellence.

Catherine’s Practice

Catherine’s practice consists of representing multinational corporations and financial institutions in their secured and unsecured private financing activities, including acquisition financings, corporate restructuring, lenders in finance transactions in emerging markets and other domestic and international private financings. 

In addition, she has extensive experience with arranging and/or structuring Private Equity Fund Subscription Credit Facilities, Private Equity Fund Advisors/Management Facilities, Private Equity Fund Coinvestment Credit Facilities, Private Equity Fund Working Capital Credit Facilities, and Private Equity Fund Bridge to Capital Call Facilities.  Catherine has also represented multinational corporations on general corporate matters. 

Earlier Career

Prior to joining Cummings & Lockwood in 2006, Catherine began her legal career at Shearman & Sterling (now known as A&O Sherman) in its New York office in 1998 and then joined the New York office of Hughes, Hubbard and Reed in 2002.

Education

Catherine received her B.S. in Finance from New York University and her J.D. cum laude from the New York University School of Law. 

Bar Admissions

She is admitted to practice law in New York and Florida.

Professional Affiliations

Catherine is a member of Women in Fund Finance.

Contact Information

If you would like to contact Catherine, she can be reached at (239) -649-3114 or via email at ccarneyrichman@cl-law.com.