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Securitization of Renewable Energy Projects
Renewable energy developers and other investors in such projects have been seeking, and have recently found, a new way to monetize their investments via securitizations. The first renewable projects to be securitized were portfolios of residential solar assets, and other renewable projects may also lend themselves to securitizations. This article discusses the characteristics of renewable energy projects that are good candidates for securitizations, the structures and considerations involved in the recent solar project securitizations, and the impact of such securitizations on federal income tax incentives.
Basic Considerations for a Securitization
A securitization typically involves the issuance of debt securities backed by a segregated pool of financial assets. These amortize over time and generate cash flows sufficient to repay principal and interest on the debt securities, and generate residual cash flows for the sponsor or other holder of equity interests in the securitization vehicle. The securitization vehicle is usually a special-purpose entity with no other assets or debt that is designed to be bankruptcy-remote. The debt securities may be issued in a publicly registered offering or a private placement (such as a securities issuance pursuant to Rule 144A and Regulation S under the Securities Act), and may or may not be rated by one or more rating agencies.
Yachts, Jets, Horses & Hooch: Specialized Commercial Leasing Models
Defining commercial real estate asset class is essentially a property explaining how it identifies — not necessarily what its original intention was or what others think it ought to be. This article discusses, from a general issue-spot and contextual analysis perspective, how lawyers ought to think about specialized leasing formats and the regulatory backdrops that may inform what the documentation needs to contain for compliance purposes.
Hyperlinked Documents: The Latest e-Discovery Challenge
As courts and discovery experts debate whether hyperlinked content should be treated the same as traditional attachments, legal practitioners are grappling with the technical and legal complexities of collecting, analyzing and reviewing these documents in real-world cases.
Identifying Your Practice's Differentiator
How to Convey Your Merits In a Way That Earns Trust, Clients and Distinctions Just as no two individuals have the exact same face, no two lawyers practice in their respective fields or serve clients in the exact same way. Think of this as a "Unique Value Proposition." Internal consideration about what you uniquely bring to your clients, colleagues, firm and industry can provide untold benefits for your law practice.
Risks and Ad Fraud Protection In Digital Advertising
The ever-evolving digital marketing landscape, coupled with the industry-wide adoption of programmatic advertising, poses a significant threat to the effectiveness and integrity of digital advertising campaigns. This article explores various risks to digital advertising from pixel stuffing and ad stacking to domain spoofing and bots. It will also explore what should be done to ensure ad fraud protection and improve effectiveness.
Turning Business Development Plans Into Reality
This article offers practical insights and best practices to navigate the path from roadmap to rainmaking, ensuring your business development efforts are not just sporadic bursts of activity, but an integrated part of your daily success.