

George H. Masterson
Member
Nashville
(615) 742-6263
gmasterson@bassberry.com
https://www.bassberry.com/professionals/masterson-george-h/

George Masterson has acted as issuer’s counsel on more than $4 billion in high-yield debt offerings in the past five years, including one high-yield offering in connection with a complex real estate investment trust (REIT) conversion. He also has assisted multiple corporate clients with convertible notes and related call spread derivative transactions, investment-grade notes offerings and commercial paper programs.
George’s practice involves:
- Corporate Debt Issues – Representing companies on high-yield, investment-grade convertible notes offerings and commercial paper programs.
- Swaps and Derivatives – Advising end-users on interest rate swaps and other over-the-counter derivative products.
- Economic Development – Advising private parties and municipal entities on property tax abatement and other government incentives.
Memberships
National Association of Bond Lawyers
Media Mentions & Firm News
Accolades
Best Lawyers® — Nashville Public Finance Law “Lawyer of the Year” (2015)
The Best Lawyers in America© — Derivatives and Futures Law; Public Finance Law (2005-2024)
North Carolina Law Review — Note and Comment Editor (1977-1978)