Truman's practice is focused in the areas of cross-border asset financing, banking, structured finance and insolvency. He has represented lessees, lenders, developers, owners, underwriters and equity investors in infrastructure transactions. He also represents developers and investment banks in transactions involving alternate energy sources, such as solar and renewable natural gas facilities. In addition, Truman has represented major banks, domestic and foreign corporations, investment banks, and domestic and foreign lenders in a broad spectrum of financial transactions. He is working with international bar groups to create a common understanding of legal issues, and the resolution thereof, in cross-border financings.
Contact & Links
- E-mail: jtbidwell@sullivanlaw.com
- Lawyer Page: https://www.sullivanlaw.com/j-truman-bidwell-jr
Location
- 1251 Avenue of the Americas 19th Floor
New York, NY 10020
Languages
- French
Education
- Harvard University, LL.B., graduated 1959
- Yale University, BA, graduated 1956
Bar Admissions
- New York, State of New York
Affiliations
- Tri-Bar Opinion Committee - Founding Member
- The Business Lawyer - Former Assistant Editor
- Berkeley Divinity School - General Counsel
- American Bar Association - Fellow
- Church Club of New York - Trustee
- Metropolitan Opera Club - Board of Directors
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
Headquarters:
Boston, Massachusetts
33 The Best Lawyers in America® awards
9 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America awards
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
- Corporate Law
Special Focus:
- Structured Finance
Awards:
Best Lawyers in America® (2012-2023)
- New York Super Lawyers (2007-2022)
- The Legal 500 U.S. (2018)
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate Compliance Law
- Corporate Governance Law
- Equipment Finance Law
- Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Publications
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