Rossie E. Turman III, partner in Lowenstein’s Debt Financing and Tech groups and head of the firm’s international finance practice, has been named to Savoy Magazine’s list of the 2022 Most Influential Black Lawyers. This comprehensive list features the top partners from leading national law firms and corporate counsel from Fortune 1000 companies.
Turman advises corporations, financial institutions and government entities around the globe on their most complex, high-profile matters. Since joining Lowenstein Sandler in September of 2020, his leadership has expanded the firm’s capacity to service clients engaged in cross-border transactions, while unlocking the potential of underrepresented professionals, business people, and the businesses they manage or own, including in diverse geographies.
For over two decades, he has negotiated and executed complex business transactions and financings, including equity capital raising, debt financing, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures, throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia and in over 20 African countries. He has comprehensive understanding of how to navigate and conduct business across international borders and execute transactions while building effective teams across language and cultural differences.
Turman is committed to throwing open the doors of opportunity for individuals from underrepresented groups. He actively trains and mentors associates at Lowenstein Sandler and attorneys of color across the legal profession. He also serves on the Boards of the Council of Urban Professionals and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law.
Savoy magazine is a national publication covering the power, substance and style of African American lifestyle. From entertainment to sports, business to politics, design to style, Savoy is a cultural catalyst for the African American community that showcases and drives positive dialogue on and about Black culture.
As diversity and inclusion for legal professionals continues to grow, Savoy’s listing of top lawyers emerges with an influential cross section of legal professionals representing a diverse range of expertise with national and global responsibilities. This issue of the magazine focuses on the top lawyers, showcasing visionaries, leaders and advocates – including partners and counsel – within the legal profession who are widely recognized for their professionalism, protection of rights and community service. It also includes an opinion piece by Lowenstein’s Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, J. Danielle Carr, on the business of diversity and inclusion.
About Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Lowenstein Sandler LLP is a national law firm with over 350 lawyers based in New York, Palo Alto, New Jersey, Utah, and Washington, D.C. The firm represents leaders in virtually every sector of the global economy, with particular emphasis on investment funds, life sciences, and technology. Recognized for its entrepreneurial spirit and high standard of client service, the firm is committed to the interests of its clients, colleagues, and communities.
