Restructuring/Insolvency
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has a thriving team acting on a host of headline matters on the creditor and company sides. The department has experience in representing distressed high-street retailers, and its lawyers are well positioned to advise on instructions with a high-yield and Term Loan B aspect. Freshfields has a growing reputation in insolvency litigation and distressed investing mandates, acting on behalf of special situation funds, hedge funds and alternative investors.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised the Amigo Group in parallel schemes of arrangement proceedings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Everyone in the team is extremely responsive and proactive. They are also very good at anticipating issues and more importantly proposing solutions."
"The team is very switched-on and are excellent at balancing the legal analysis with a commercial overlay."
"Freshfields is proactive and committed to delivering excellent service in very challenging circumstances."
"Freshfields can draw on highly experienced lawyers in multiple jurisdictions and has the depth of talent to cover all aspects of a complex restructuring transaction."
"Everyone in the team is extremely responsive and proactive. They are also very good at anticipating issues and more importantly proposing solutions."
"The team is very switched-on and are excellent at balancing the legal analysis with a commercial overlay."
"Freshfields is proactive and committed to delivering excellent service in very challenging circumstances."
"Freshfields can draw on highly experienced lawyers in multiple jurisdictions and has the depth of talent to cover all aspects of a complex restructuring transaction."
Notable Practitioners
London department head Richard Tett is held in high regard for his expert advice to clients on complex in-court and out-of-court restructuring and insolvency proceedings. He is able to fluently navigate the restructuring space, frequently acting on behalf of companies, administrators and lenders.
"Richard is phenomenal and one of the best on the street. He is highly creative and great at understanding complex situations. He continues to be one of the best out there in all aspects of restructuring."
"Richard Tett is a very experienced partner with great judgement and a creative and commercial approach to restructuring transactions."
"Richard is a fabulous restructuring lawyer who has a razor-sharp focus on producing an excellent all-round service. He instils total confidence and is a joy to work with."
"He is always approachable, proactive, responsive and well considered."
"He is an absolute master in his field."
Global restructuring and insolvency practice head Ken Baird is relied upon for his wealth of experience acting for both debtor and creditor-side clients. He is regarded as a go-to for complex and cross-border matters and is experienced in advising on CVAs.
"Ken is an outstanding and very experienced restructuring lawyer who offers client-focused, pragmatic and executable advice. Ken anticipates client needs and offers tangible and meaningful advice in complex and challenging matters."
"Ken Baird is a highly experienced practitioner with excellent knowledge and great experience."
"He is well known, respected and gets involved in the most complex and high-profile matters."
Catherine Balmond is highlighted for her representation of debtor and creditor-side clients in complex, high-value restructurings. In addition to her strong domestic capabilities, she is experienced in advising on matters involving offshore considerations.
"Catherine Balmond is a highly intelligent and commercial restructuring lawyer."
"Catherine is a high-quality partner who gets to grips with difficult matters and knows how to navigate complex structures and stakeholder issues."
"Catherine is really impressive. She is calm, clear and easy to work with."
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