Restructuring/Insolvency
UK Guide 2025 : South West
Band 1
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0117 939 2000Chambers Review
Burges Salmon has extensive experience across a wide range of insolvency matters. The firm has particular expertise in renewable energy restructurings, corporate real estate and corporate debt restructurings. It routinely advises a variety of stakeholders on complex international matters in jurisdictions including the USA, Europe and Central America. Its regular clients include clearing banks, asset managers, pension fund trustees and distressed companies.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised the directors of the Montezuma's Chocolate group and their joint administrators Grant Thornton on the sale of the business and assets in pre-pack administration.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their service levels and responsiveness are strong. They always attended to things on a timely basis and fully explained the position."
"They are proactive, knowledgeable and technically sound. The lawyers are engaging and responsive, and provide an excellent client service."
"I felt like I could have an honest and straight conversation with them. I thought they were very good about it."
"Their service levels and responsiveness are strong. They always attended to things on a timely basis and fully explained the position."
"They are proactive, knowledgeable and technically sound. The lawyers are engaging and responsive, and provide an excellent client service."
"I felt like I could have an honest and straight conversation with them. I thought they were very good about it."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Eaton is head of the firm's corporate restructuring and insolvency team in Bristol and is a prominent name in the market. He has particular expertise in the retail and hospitality sectors, and regularly represents clients in CVA negotiations.
"He is extremely commercial and very responsive."
"Andrew's client service and level of sophistication is strong."
Emily Scaife regularly acts for distressed companies and insolvency practitioners. She is particularly adept at advising on debt restructuring mandates and also offers experience in cross-border matters.
"Emily is a consummate professional, serene in her approach and knowledgeable."