Bio

Barbara Edwards is a valued and trusted partner to the companies, financing parties, and other stakeholders she counsels. Barbara is relied upon to provide solutions to the most challenging legal and business issues by providing critical assessment to guide clients in decision making that appropriately balances risks and outcomes. With over two decades of experience guiding public and private corporations, Fortune 500 and middle market companies, hedge and debt funds, fintechs and other enterprises in transactional matters, whether routine or of strategic importance, Barbara brings a wealth of knowledge to the general counsels, treasurers, chief financial officers, and management leadership teams she represents. She has counseled clients across a broad spectrum of industries that present unique challenges including solar energy, fintech, healthcare and life sciences, personal care products, automotive, power and energy, natural and renewable resources, industrials, gaming, sports, and media. Barbara assists her clients in navigating complex financings. Representing major investment and commercial banks, public and private companies, note issuers and holders, funds of funds, hedge funds and debt funds in their borrowing and lending activities through the placement of first and second lien debt, term loan B facilities, investment grade facilities, subscription line facilities, private placements and debt restructurings, acquirors in their asset purchases, and fintechs to address general corporate needs, Barbara has leveraged her experience to effectively structure and successfully close these business transactions. As part of her practice, Barbara has worked with clients – both at the individual and corporate levels – to advance their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals. Her advice and guidance is informed by many sources, including NBA player representation, extensive transactional legal experience, and a deep appreciation of some of the nuances of working on DEI objectives.