About Karl A. Freeburg

Karl A. Freeburg has a broad-based practice in the area of corporate finance and commercial transactions. Karl's practice includes the representation of borrowers and lenders in all types of asset-based and real estate secured financings. He also has wide-ranging experience assisting clients in the documentation and negotiation of a variety of contracts. Karl brings a practical, results-oriented approach to the representation of his clients. Karl takes pride in accomplishing his clients' objectives in a timely and efficient manner.

Concentrations

•Asset-based finance
•Real estate lending
•Commercial transactions

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Banking and Finance Law; Commercial Finance Law, 2013-2026
•Named, 'Lawyer of the Year,' Commercial Finance Law, Phoenix, 2020 and 2024
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Southwest Super Lawyers, 2017-2025
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023
•Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2017 and 2022
•Team Member, Corporate Board Member magazine and FTI Consulting Inc., one of 'America’s Best Corporate Law Firms,' 13th Annual Legal Industry Study, 2013
•Team Member, The Legal 500 United States, 'Top Tier' Firm in Real Estate, 2013
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0

 

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Areas of Law

  • Real Estate
  • Other 4
    • Financial Institutions
    • Corporate & Securities
    • Mergers & Acquisitions
    • Banking and Finance

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Shareholder
    Firm Name
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Experience: Borrower Representations- Public Companies: Represented a public company in the transportation
    logistics industry in connection with a $295 million senior secured credit facility used to finance acquisitions
    its operations.
    Represented a public company in the manufacturing industry of regulated products in connection with a senior secured credit facility, as well as a $123 million Rule 144A offering.
    Represented a public company manufacturer of printed circuit boards in connection with a $240 million senior secured credit facility in the U.S.
    a $580 million senior secured credit facility in Hong Kong.
    Represented a public company in the identity theft protection industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a public company in the boat
    yacht retail industry in connection with multiple financing transactions, including a $100 million inventory financing arrangement
    a floor plan facility.
    Represented a public company in the hair care industry in connection with multiple financing transactions, including a senior credit facility.
    Represented a public company in the ambulance
    fire protection services industry in connection with multiple financing transactions, including a $125 million senior credit facility.
    Represented a public company in the telecommunications industry in connection with a credit facility.
    Represented a public company in the portable storage facility industry in connection with a senior credit facility.
    Borrower Representations - Private Equity Firms: Represented a private equity firm in connection with the acquisition
    financing of a portfolio company in the transportation industry, including a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private equity firm in connection with the acquisition
    financing of a portfolio company in the intermediate bulk container industry, including a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private equity firm in connection with the purchase of a subordinated note
    warrant for a portfolio company in the aerospace industry.
    Borrower Representations - Private Equity Portfolio Companies: Represented a private equity portfolio company in the affordable housing consulting industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private equity portfolio company in the material h
    ling equipment
    services industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility
    the sale of a junior secured note.
    Represented a private equity portfolio company in the cold chain logistics industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private equity portfolio company in the luggage
    apparel industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility used to finance an acquisition
    its operations.
    Represented a private equity portfolio company in the membership-based sales industry in connection with a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private equity portfolio company in the air ambulance industry in connection with multiple financing transactions.
    Borrower Representations - Private Companies: Represented a private technology-based company in connection with a senior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private company engaged in selling
    renting recreational vehicles in connection with a senior secured credit facility to finance its U.S. operations
    a senior secured credit facility to finance its Canada operations.
    Represented a regional grocery chain in connection with multiple credit facilities to finance its operations.
    Represented a private company in the gaming industry in connection with multiple financing transactions, including debtor-in-possession financing.
    Represented a private company in the gaming industry in connection with multiple financing transactions to finance acquisitions
    operations.
    Represented a private company in the steel industry in connection with a junior secured credit facility.
    Represented a private company in the restaurant industry in connection with multiple secured loans used to finance the construction
    operations of multiple restaurant concepts.
    Represented a private company in the snack distribution industry in connection with multiple financing transactions.
    Represented a private company in the medical imaging industry in connection with multiple financing transactions.
    Represented a private real estate development company as Arizona local counsel in connection with a construction financing secured by undeveloped residential real property to be developed into residential apartment housing.
    Represented a private company in the restaurant industry in connection with multiple financing transactions used to finance the operations of U.S.
    Canadian restaurants.
    Represented a private mortgage company, as borrower, in connection with its warehouse line of credit.
    Lender Representations: Represented a national bank in connection with multiple loans, loan modifications
    workouts.
    Represented various private lenders in connection with multiple loan transactions, including loans secured by real estate.
    Represented a national bank in a loan to a cellular service provider.
    Represented a national bank in a loan made to a borrower in the computer software industry.
    Represented a Hong Kong bank in connection with various Arizona real estate loans.
    Represented a private company in the agricultural industry in connection with multiple financing transactions secured primarily by cattle.
    Represented a private company in the agricultural industry in connection with multiple financing transactions secured primarily by crops.
    Represented numerous national lenders in connection with review of form financing documents for compliance with local law.
    General Representations: Regular representation of private companies in connection with general corporate matters, including corporate formation
    structure.
    Regular representation of private companies in connection with the review, negotiation
    preparation of various commercial transactions.
    Experience representing companies in connection with review
    negotiation of factoring agreements, including related legal opinions.
    Regular representation of a private golf course management company in connection with various legal matters.
    Prepared various form consulting agreements for use by computer network consultant.
    Represented purchaser in connection with purchase of a portfolio of vehicle leases.
    Extensive experience preparing formal legal opinions in connection with numerous transactions.
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1990, Arizona
    U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona
    Memberships

    Professional & Community Involvement

    •Board of Directors, Junior Achievement of Arizona, Inc.
    •Member, American Bar Association, Business Law Section
    •Member, Maricopa County Bar Association

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Iowa College of Law
    Class of 1989
    J.D.
    with distinction
    Other Education
    University of Iowa
    Class of 1986
    B.B.A.
    with highest distinction
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1962
    Spencer, Iowa, November 17, 1962
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Karl A. Freeburg was admitted in 1990 to the State of Arizona.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Karl A. Freeburg is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Arizona.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP has 2750 attorneys at this location.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Karl A. Freeburg attended University of Iowa College of Law.
  • What year was this attorney's law firm established?
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP was established in 1967.