Maggie Deutsch is a distinguished attorney whose practice focuses on private equity and borrower-side finance. Her extensive experience spans representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, borrowers, alternative lenders, asset managers, and banks in a diverse array of sophisticated financing transactions. Maggie excels in structuring and negotiating complex financial deals, including asset-based lending, acquisition financing and leveraged buyouts, cross-border loans, and various secured and unsecured credit facilities. Her deep knowledge of private equity dynamics and borrower-side intricacies enables her to provide strategic and innovative solutions that meet her clients' unique needs.
Maggie’s dedication has been recognized by Chambers USA, where she was named an “Associate to Watch” in Banking & Finance in Illinois for 2023 and 2024. This accolade underscores her exceptional legal acumen, client service, and her ability to navigate the complexities of the financial landscape with precision and insight.
Her academic journey is marked by excellence. Maggie graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. During her time there, she distinguished herself as the executive lead articles editor for the law review, where she honed her analytical and writing skills. She also served as a judicial extern for The Honorable Ann Claire Williams on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, gaining invaluable experience in appellate court processes and judicial decision-making.
Before pursuing law, Maggie demonstrated her commitment to excellence and teamwork as a NCAA Division I athlete at The College of William and Mary. Her achievements on the field earned her Scholastic All-American honors, reflecting her ability to balance rigorous academic and athletic commitments. This background has instilled in her a strong work ethic, resilience, and a strategic mindset, all of which she brings to her legal practice.
Prior to joining Reed Smith, Maggie refined her legal knowledge as an associate at another global law firm, where she gained significant experience in handling complex financial transactions and representing high-profile clients. Her journey into law was also marked by a strong commitment to public service. As a Public Interest Law Initiative Fellow, Maggie advised under-represented entrepreneurs in Chicago, helping them navigate legal challenges and fostering their growth and success. This experience has given her a unique perspective on the importance of accessible legal services and the impact of strategic legal counsel on business development.
Maggie's multifaceted background and dedication to professional excellence make her a valuable asset in the realm of private equity and complex financial transactions. Her ability to blend strategic insight with a client-centered approach ensures that she consistently delivers outstanding results. Whether negotiating a high-stakes leveraged buyout or structuring a cross-border loan, Maggie's clients benefit from her comprehensive understanding of the financial sector, her keen legal mind, and her unwavering commitment to their success.
