Knowledgeable, driven and responsive, Cody von Rueden concentrates his practice on corporate finance, representing both borrowers and lenders on key transactions, acquisition structures, and governance and compliance matters. With a focus on helping domestic and international companies achieve their business and financial goals, Cody brings a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to structuring, negotiating and documenting loan transactions, and is frequently called upon to assist with loan sales, deals and lending matters.
Cody regularly advises on acquisition and sponsor-backed financing, bilateral and syndicated lending, real estate and construction financing, asset-based lending, and secured and unsecured credit facilities. He understands the legal and business challenges that clients face in both conventional and fast-moving deal environments, bringing a detail-driven and engaged approach to each of his client’s needs to help them meet their goals. He has experience guiding clients through difficult negotiations and high-stakes financing, helping them manage risk and drive outcomes that align with long-term strategic goals. His work spans a broad range of industries, and he brings particular value to transactions involving operational complexity or evolving capital structures. Whether advising on front-end transactions or navigating troubled debt scenarios, Cody is a steady and strategic legal partner.
Credentials
Education
- University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., 2022, notes editor of The Journal of Law, Technology & Policy, managing editor of Illinois Business Law Journal
- Colorado State University, B.S., business administration, 2017, cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Illinois