Banking & Finance
UK Guide 2025 : South West
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Burges Salmon has a wide-ranging practice with expertise in project finance, corporate banking and acquisition finance, frequently advising on debt transactions. The law firm has notable strength in the real estate and renewable energy sectors. The team regularly acts for lenders and borrowers on cross-border transactions with a number of major national banks and multinational corporations among its clientele.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust on the refinancing and increase of its multicurrency revolving credit facility.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The banking and finance team is very experienced, professional and deeply thinks about issues while finding optimal solutions."
"We are always satisfied and impressed by its ability to understand our business and handle projects and queries with confidence."
"Burges Salmon is impressive and has the ability to handle detail and explain key points. The team is proactive in driving the process forward in a timely fashion and responds promptly to questions."
"The banking and finance team is very experienced, professional and deeply thinks about issues while finding optimal solutions."
"We are always satisfied and impressed by its ability to understand our business and handle projects and queries with confidence."
"Burges Salmon is impressive and has the ability to handle detail and explain key points. The team is proactive in driving the process forward in a timely fashion and responds promptly to questions."
Notable Practitioners
Rachael Ruane garners praise for her experience acting for lenders and borrowers on a range of financings. She has particular expertise advising on cross-border transactions.
"Rachael is my go-to partner for general transaction work, across multiple sectors and transaction types. She has consistent expertise, professionalism and delivery for the clients."
"Rachael is a standout in terms of reputation and strength of work."
"Rachael delivers to tight timescales and has good commercial awareness combined with appropriate risk mitigation."
Richard Leeming is a distinguished practitioner who is noted for his prowess in real estate finance issues. He regularly assists lenders with financing matters.
"Richard is very insightful and always willing to help."
"Richard is very sensible, knowledgeable, professional and enjoys a good reputation."
Graham Soar frequently advises on a variety of financings ranging from energy to real estate and corporate finance. He is experienced in acting for both borrower and lender-side clients.
"Graham has excellent knowledge and knows how to best present a proposal to lenders."
Katie Allen is prominent in handling real estate finance. She holds further expertise in refinancings.
"Katie is rated highly, works on fantastic deals and is full of energy and enthusiasm."
"Katie is a very sensible and knowledgeable lawyer."
Victoria Allsoppis an adeptpractitioner and offers particular expertise advising clients on renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
"Victoria is a top-quality solicitor who is tuned into the market and provides excellent client service."
"Victoria has always provided us with excellent levels of service, she is quick to understand and digest transaction structures and implications, and has great commercial awareness."
Christopher Herford is a skilled practitioner and predominantly assists with transactions, acquisitions and refinancing of large property portfolios.
"Christopher is proactive on cases and provides a comprehensive level of service with clear communication."
"His knowledge across our business, issues and relevant facilities is excellent and we really value his responsiveness, proactive attitude and ability to clearly communicate complex issues."