Restructuring/Insolvency - Europe-wide
What the team is known for
Kirkland & Ellis has a dedicated team spread between highly regarded offices in the UK and Germany. The law firm advises a roster of prominent clients on major pan-European mandates, including debtor companies as well as key international funds and bondholders. The lawyers are skilled in debt-for-equity swaps and in-court proceedings. The group offers particular expertise in high-yield bond restructurings. It frequently acts on prominent matters in the retail, healthcare, transportation and finance sectors.
Strengths
"They are incredibly well equipped and well resourced to handle the most complex transactions."
Notable practitioners
Kon Asimacopoulos in London and Leo Plank in Munich are key members of the firm's European restructuring team.