Restructuring/Insolvency
UK Guide 2025 : Midlands
Band 4
Email address
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(01905) 612001Chambers Review
HCR Law is highly respected for advisory, transactional and contentious matters for clients across the region and beyond. It acts for distressed companies, accountants, insolvency practitioners and institutional lenders. It has noted expertise in the assignment of property assets in insolvency and restructuring situations, and in asset recovery.
Work Highlights
- HCR Law advised the administrators of Brand Events in the pre-packaged sale of its business and assets.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HCR Law adopted a calm and methodical approach on various complex matters."
"HCR Law adopted a calm and methodical approach on various complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Sam Payne is a partner in the West Midlands and head of the firm's national restructuring and insolvency team. He is recommended for advice on turnarounds, liquidations and refinancings for distressed businesses. His clients include insolvency practitioners, lenders and corporations.
"Sam Payne's leadership and commercial awareness makes him stand out."
"Sam Payne is a commercial and strong lawyer."
Stuart Taylor works on a broad range of mandates, including administration and liquidation. He has particular expertise advising on the acquisition of assets from companies in administration, as well as security reviews.
"Stuart Taylor has good attention to detail and a good grasp of the subject matter."