Sonja R. Pollack
Counsel
New York
sonja.pollack@lw.com
+1.212.906.4652
PRACTICES
- Banking
- Private Equity
- Private Equity Finance
INDUSTRIES
EDUCATION
- JD, Hofstra University School of Law, 2009
cum laude - BA, Columbia University, 2004
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
PROFILE
Sonja Pollack represents private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies on leveraged finance transactions across the investment lifecycle.
Sonja combines extensive bank financing experience with efficiency-fueled process to guide clients through all aspects of:
- Acquisition finance
- Secured, unsecured, mezzanine, and subordinated credit facilities
- Syndicated, direct lender, and clubbed credit facilities
- Asset-based and cash-flow loans
- Liability management transactions
With an emphasis on the middle market, she tailors strategies to meet clients objectives, including for securing the best terms and mitigating execution risk.
A recognized leader at the firm, Sonja actively participates in the firm’s formal mentoring program, with a particular focus on lateral integration. She is member of the Women Lawyers Group and the Parent Lawyers Group. Sonja is also a lifelong competitive equestrian.
EXPERIENCE
Sonja’s recent experience includes advising:
- Leonard Green & Partners on its investments in Authentic Brands Group, Charter Next Generation, Pro Mach, Pye Barker Fire & Safety, and other companies
- Odyssey Investment Partners on its investments in Cross Country Infrastructure Services, Integrated Power Services, Industrial Electric Mfg, and other companies
- GreyLion on its investments in 360training, Black Bear Diner, Delphon, Metal-Era, Norwood Sawmills, Quick Med Claims, and other companies
- Leeds Equity Partners on its investments in 95% Group, CeriFi, LRN, and other companies