Mayer Brown LLP served as legal counsel to LenderMAC. Winston & Strawn served as legal counsel to Ares. About LenderMAC Bridgeway Lending Partners LLC d/b/a LenderMAC is a privately held mortgage company headquartered in Cypress, California. We are a full-service mortgage bank specializing in a diversified portfolio of mortgage products and services, strategically designed to address evolving market demands. LenderMAC is committed to driving growth and value through innovative lending solutions that empowe ...

Core Insights - LPL Financial Holdings Inc. has transitioned the support of First Horizon Bank's broker-dealer and investment advisory services program to its platform, enhancing service capabilities for First Horizon Advisors [1][2] - The integration is expected to provide personalized advice and foster growth and stronger client relationships [2] - As of August 2025, approximately $12 billion of brokerage and advisory assets have been onboarded to LPL, with more expected in the coming months [2] Company Overview: First Horizon Corporation - First Horizon Corporation, with $82.1 billion in assets as of June 30, 2025, is a regional financial services company operating primarily in the southern U.S. [3] - The company offers a wide range of services including commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking [3] - First Horizon has received recognition as one of the best employers and a top reputable bank in the U.S. [3] Company Overview: LPL Financial - LPL Financial Holdings Inc. is a leading wealth management firm in the U.S., supporting over 29,000 financial advisors and approximately 1,100 financial institutions [4] - The firm services and custody approximately $1.9 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets for around 7 million Americans [4] - LPL provides various advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools, and practice management services to support advisors and institutions [4]