Mezzanine capital, which typically refers to a tier in a company's capital structure between debt and equity, can be a useful tool for middle market companies seeking to access capital to complete acquisitions, recapitalizations, and other types of transactions. A hybrid of debt and equity, mezzanine financing requires corporate lawyers to bring a variety of skillsets and areas of expertise to the transaction. The panelists discuss common features and key issues relevant to mezzanine financing, as well as best practices for facilitating a smooth and efficient mezzanine financing transaction.