Restructuring/Insolvency
Europe Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
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Slaughter and May maintains a standout practice which is regarded as a go-to for company-side representation in connection with restructurings and distressed situations, with standout expertise in the oil and gas sector. The firm is frequently called upon to advise on complex and high-value restructurings and insolvencies, often with a multi-jurisdictional aspect. Its lawyers possess considerable experience handling government debt and bank restructurings. Slaughter and May also fields strength in creditor-side representations, with additional experience acting for insolvency practitioners.
Work Highlights
- Slaughter and May advised the Valaris Group in relation to its Chapter 11 restructuring and parallel UK pre-pack administration.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Slaughter and May has an amazing company-side practice."
"They are very sharp on the key issues in restructuring."
"The team has a strong grasp of technical matters and has been able to apply a commercial lens to get the best outcomes in a tough situation."
"They are smart, responsive and willing to challenge with well-constructed and thought-through arguments, considering the broader position."
"Responsiveness at all levels of seniority and a strong client service ethic throughout the team."
"Slaughter and May has an amazing company-side practice."
"They are very sharp on the key issues in restructuring."
"The team has a strong grasp of technical matters and has been able to apply a commercial lens to get the best outcomes in a tough situation."
"They are smart, responsive and willing to challenge with well-constructed and thought-through arguments, considering the broader position."
"Responsiveness at all levels of seniority and a strong client service ethic throughout the team."
Notable Practitioners
Head of the restructuring and insolvency group at Slaughter and May, Ian Johnson is noted for his expert handling of high-value, international restructuring and insolvency matters for corporates, funds and directors.
"Ian is a leading company-side adviser in the market."
"Ian is calm and measured in his approach. He helpfully explains matters to the client."
"Ian demonstrates a combination of strong technical knowledge and commercial acumen."
"Ian is a real star. He is obviously very bright, but wears it lightly and always feels like part of the team. His calm and measured approach has made challenging situations much less stressful than they would otherwise have been."
"Ian is trusted by clients to deliver advice in complex situations."
Thomas Vickers advises across the spectrum of contentious and non-contentious insolvency, with particular expertise in complex capital and corporate restructurings. He acts for administrators and distressed corporates, among others.
"Tom is great at providing commercial and pragmatic solutions, highlighting the key issues and considerations that need to be navigated."
"He is an effective and powerful thinker with a strong delivery and ability to focus on the key drivers for client success."
"Thomas is a great lawyer, he is very personable and good to work with."