Banking & Finance

Luka Lightfoot is a London-based partner who is often mandated on Africa-related export and trade finance transactions. His regular clients include a number of leading global investment banks.

"Luka is great in the advice he provides. He's always practical, and his knowledge of the client and the jurisdiction is critical in closing a transaction."

"He's good to work with and has a lot of sector knowledge."

Michael Foundethakis is global head of the project, trade and export finance group within Baker McKenzie and is based in Paris. He has extensive experience advising on Africa-related mandates and maintains a number of long-term client relationships in the finance sector.

"Michael is extremely well regarded by our institution and well known for his commercial and solution-driven approach to legal issues. Within our organisation he is considered the go-to guy from a legal advisory perspective."

"Michael is extremely commercial and his focus is on ensuring execution and getting the deal done. Michael's structuring expertise is excellent and his knowledge of the law is superb."

"Michael is exceptional in his level of support and advice on how to deliver a transaction, sometimes against some fairly challenging time lines. He's always available and his knowledge is extremely helpful."