Restructuring/Insolvency

Yen Sum is noted for her skill in handling matters spanning restructuring, special situations and distressed M&A. She acts for all manner of clients, including both debtors and creditors, with notable experience assisting lenders and bondholders.

"Yen is one of the best - she has a deep reservoir of knowledge, she's hugely commercial and she's excellent at managing relationships. She is one of the top-tier creative minds and solution providers."

"Yen rates highly in terms of her commercial awareness, service and sophistication."

"She's a great lawyer - she's responsive, commercial, but most importantly highly trusted."

Bruce Bell has considerable expertise spanning the gamut of restructuring and insolvency matters, with particular experience handling high-profile recapitalisations. He is particularly adept at acting for debtor companies but is also a capable adviser to creditors.

"Bruce is a very strong lawyer. He has his clients' interests at the heart of all that he does, and he provides pragmatic and commercial advice."

"Bruce combines top-rate legal understanding with experience and commercial awareness. He maintains a holistic approach to complex situations while giving pragmatic and balanced advice."

"Bruce is a very safe pair of hands and clued in on all aspects of the particular deal he is working on."

Jennifer Brennan advises bondholders, alternative capital providers and banks on restructurings, as well as assisting with distressed acquisitions. She is particularly noted for her expertise in special situations and cross-border mandates.

"Jennifer is an exceptional lawyer who is detail-oriented and technically adept. She's an absolute joy to work with and is always available to share her experience and provide invaluable insights."

"Jennifer rates highly in terms of her commercial awareness, services and sophistication."

"Jennifer is excellent in restructuring matters and she has extremely deep market knowledge. She is extremely personable."

David Wallace advises in connection with high-value restructuring mandates across domestic, European and US markets. He regularly acts for creditor-side clients, including banks and private equity houses.

"David is an excellent lawyer who brings commercial sense and legal know-how to complex situations."

Jessica Walker advises corporate borrowers, lenders and investors on restructurings, insolvencies and special situations.

"Jessica is a fantastic lawyer - she provides pragmatic advice, is always accessible and puts her clients' needs and position at the forefront of everything she does."

Hugo Bowkett is noted for his commitment to deals and his ability to assist on complex domestic and cross-border restructuring. He also has experience in UK CVAs and out-of-court restructurings.

"Hugo is proactive and engaged in matters."