Restructuring/Insolvency
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Chambers Review
White & Case possesses an accomplished team that continues to attract instructions on high-profile cross-border matters. The financial restructuring and insolvency group works closely with complementary departments within the firm to advise debtor-side clients in the oil and gas, mining and telecoms sectors, in addition to acting for financial institutions and funds. Its lawyers enjoy a strong reputation for their work in the emerging markets, with particular strength advising clients in the Middle East and Africa. The firm offers enviable transatlantic strength working closely with its US counterparts.
Work Highlights
- White & Case advised Adler Group on its EUR6.1 billion restructuring.
Strengths
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"White & Case has a strong global presence and team. They're good on cross-border matters and are highly responsive."
"White & Case are able to come up with truly commercial advice that consistently adds to the value of businesses. The team are user-friendly and blend professionalism, friendliness and responsiveness."
"White & Case can pull together knowledge and expertise from across practice groups and different offices to deliver advice that is on point and supports the client's decision-making process."
"White & Case has a strong global presence and team. They're good on cross-border matters and are highly responsive."
"White & Case are able to come up with truly commercial advice that consistently adds to the value of businesses. The team are user-friendly and blend professionalism, friendliness and responsiveness."
"White & Case can pull together knowledge and expertise from across practice groups and different offices to deliver advice that is on point and supports the client's decision-making process."
Notable Practitioners
Head of financial restructuring and insolvency in EMEA, Christian Pilkington has a broad restructuring and insolvency practice with expertise in cross-border matters. He acts for clients across the space, counting leading lenders and corporates among his impressive client roster.
"Christian Pilkington is the pre-eminent authority on any aspect of English restructurings."
"Christian Pilkington is top-notch in terms of leading restructuring partners.He manages complex restructuring situations with ease, and his straight-talking commercial astuteness stands him out."
"Christian is an effective leader of the restructuring team with deep market knowledge and relationships. He provides clear and punchy advice and draws on specialists within his network where needed."
Ben Davies is noted for his strength in cross-border restructurings. He is equally adept at advising debtors and creditors and has experience across a range of sectors.
"Ben Davis is a capable, personable and effective lawyer who has a good understanding of the market. He is technically strong and enjoys being in the trenches."
"Ben is an exceptional partner who gets up to speed very quickly and gives clear, concise advice."
"Ben Davies is very commercial, knows his detail and is good at managing processes. He is easily reachable, knows the key pressure points and clearly knows how to present analysis."
Morvyn Radlow is an up-and-coming partner at White & Case who is noted for representing companies in cross-jurisdictional restructurings.
"Morvyn Radlow is reliable, diligent and personable."
"Morvyn is detail-oriented and consistently provides great client service."
"Morvyn is an exceptional lawyer whose advice and dedication were central to achieving the right outcomes on major transactions."
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