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Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance: Sponsors - London (Firms)
2
Band 2
What the Team is Known For

Weil, Gotshal & Manges has a notable leveraged finance practice that is active on major matters for leading private equity firms and traditional lenders, with a growing presence in the direct lending space. It is well-positioned to advise on the full range of financial instruments including US products, securing its position as a sought-after adviser in the LBO market. The team draws on the firm's global full-service platform to provide a seamless service on cross-border and multidisciplinary issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Weil advised A&M Capital Europe on the corporate and financing aspects of its £107 million acquisition of IB Group.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Tom Richards
2
Tom Richards
2
Band 2

Tom Richards is noted for his expert representation of private equity sponsors, which he advises on the gamut of leveraged finance matters. He is regularly sought after to assist clients on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.

"Tom is a reliable resource to us - he's first-class across the board."

"Tom has very strong commercial awareness on top of his legal skills."

Chris McLaughlin
3
Chris McLaughlin
3
Band 3

Chris McLaughlin is regularly instructed by sponsors and financial institutions on a range of leveraged and corporate acquisition financings. He is additionally noted for his expert representation of private debt funds.

"He has excellent technical skills combined with significant experience and understanding of changing market conditions. He's also super responsive and constantly providing high calibre advice."

"He's very strong technically but also doesn't lose sight of the commercial picture and discussions. He always goes into battle for us and delivers for us."

"Chris is terrific to work with. He's thoughtful but efficient."

Paul Stewart
6
Paul Stewart
6
Band 6

Paul Stewart has a lender focused practice as part of which he works with both traditional lenders and credit funds.

"He is highly responsive and extraordinarily hard working."

Ranked Lawyers at
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

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London (Firms)

Banking & Finance: Big-Ticket

Tom Richards
2
Tom Richards
2
Band 2
Chris McLaughlin
3
Chris McLaughlin
3
Band 3
Paul Stewart
6
Paul Stewart
6
Band 6

Members

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Nitin Konchady

Paul Stewart

Reena Gogna