Philip Hertz
UK Guide 2025
Band 1 : Restructuring/Insolvency
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About
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Philip has been a Partner since 2002 and is Global Head of the Restructuring and Insolvency Group. He is a member of the Association of Business Recovery Professionals, INSOL, and the Insolvency Lawyers’ Association. Philip is a past President of the Insolvency Lawyers’ Association.
Philip is the co-author of the chapter entitled “Schemes of Arrangement” in Tolley's Insolvency Law and “Compromising Shareholder Claims both generally and in listed companies” in “The Law and Practice of Restructuring in the UK and US” as well as numerous articles on insolvency related topics. His practice involves general insolvency and restructuring work (as well as insurance run-off and insolvency work).
Career
University College, London (LLB) 1989
Downing College Cambridge (LLM) 1991
Joined Clifford Chance as a trainee solicitor 1991
Admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales 1993
Partner since 2002
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Philip Hertz is the global head of restructuring and insolvency at Clifford Chance, with enviable experience in complex cross-border matters. He is a popular choice for lender clients, counting leading banks and governmental bodies among his client base.
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"Philip is a highly regarded restructuring attorney. When Philip speaks, everyone listens. He is incredibly good at bringing partners together."
"Philip Hertz is a globally recognised name for insolvency. He adds real weight to arguments and it's important to have him in the room."
"Philip is a technically strong and experienced lawyer who provides clients with clear and thoughtful advice. He identifies how to use the law for the benefit of his clients."
"Philip is a highly regarded restructuring attorney. When Philip speaks, everyone listens. He is incredibly good at bringing partners together."
"Philip Hertz is a globally recognised name for insolvency. He adds real weight to arguments and it's important to have him in the room."
"Philip is a technically strong and experienced lawyer who provides clients with clear and thoughtful advice. He identifies how to use the law for the benefit of his clients."