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Banking & Finance: Borrowers - UK

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What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills' versatile finance group advises on high-end transactions for a substantial crop of blue-chip corporates. The team frequently acts on acquisition financings and corporate loans in the real estate, energy and infrastructure sectors. It is well equipped to undertake cross-border transactions, with noted expertise acting on deals with a US law angle as well as throughout Africa. The team is also well positioned to act on export finance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills advised Associated British Foods on a £1.5 billion revolving credit facility provided by a large syndicate of international banks and involving a competitive debt arrangement with bilateral negotiations with lenders.

Strengths

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"Herbert Smith is very good at articulating the risks associated with accepting certain language but also able to provide the commercial answer to support the negotiation process."

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"They are always quick to respond and very attentive."

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"Thedepth and breadth of their team was strong: The right level of experience was used at each stage of the process and we had continuity of personnel throughout."

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"Herbert Smith are always able to translate their legal arguments into a sensible commercial proposal."

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Notable Practitioners

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Will Nevin
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Band 6

William Nevin regularly advises on multi-jurisdictional acquisition finance matters. He acts for an impressive list of corporates and bank clients, typically on large-cap syndicated financings.

"William Nevin is a pleasure to work with."

"He provides very strong client service and commercial awareness. We appreciate the collaboration."

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