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Chambers Review
Freshfields 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 Bruckhaus Deringer advised the SEAG Group on its EUR6.6 billion restructuring.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Freshfields team have an exceptional ability to strategically direct complex transactions. They have a brilliant transaction team and are truly a pleasure to deal with."
"The law firm has a solution-oriented approach, especially in complex cross-border questions. The team are able to cover different fields of law cross-jurisdictionally and have 24/7 availability."
"Freshfields is one of the best creditor-side legal advisers on restructuring matters in Europe. The team are creative, responsive and have an ability to understand client needs and limits."
"The team at Freshfields have a good hustle and lead the legal market with thought leadership. It has one of the strongest teams, who are experienced and technically sound."
"The Freshfields team have an exceptional ability to strategically direct complex transactions. They have a brilliant transaction team and are truly a pleasure to deal with."
"The law firm has a solution-oriented approach, especially in complex cross-border questions. The team are able to cover different fields of law cross-jurisdictionally and have 24/7 availability."
"Freshfields is one of the best creditor-side legal advisers on restructuring matters in Europe. The team are creative, responsive and have an ability to understand client needs and limits."
"The team at Freshfields have a good hustle and lead the legal market with thought leadership. It has one of the strongest teams, who are experienced and technically sound."
Notable Practitioners
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.
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 a brilliant lawyer with an ability to understand any issue, no matter how complex. He is focused on ensuring the team deliver the best service to clients. He's a delight to work with."
"Richard's clarity of thinking, his ability to lucidly vocalise his thoughts, his power of persuasion, his client rapport and his tenacity to get a result are second to none."
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 has a very solution-oriented approach in complex situations."
"Catherine is phenomenal. She has exceptional technical skills, strategic vision and transaction delivery. She fosters strong bonds with her highly talented team."
Lindsay Hingston is well regarded for her ability to act for both creditors and debtors. She has notable experience acting for clients on high-profile restructurings in the retail and energy sectors.
"Lindsay is an impressive and hard-working partner who is commercial and knowledgeable. She reassures the client that they are getting the best advice."
"Lindsay is a very good lawyer. She's down to earth and on top of the details."
Neil Golding is well regarded for his expertise in contentious insolvency and restructuring matters. He is sought out for advice on cross-border disputes and offers notable experience in the retail and insurance sectors.
"Neil is an outstanding lawyer who is focused on delighting the client and is a total pleasure to work with."
"Neil is an exceptionally commercial lawyer. He is good in litigation, in the regulatory space and in insolvency. He is able to draw strength from the team around him."