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Provided by Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP
ACS is one of the top three national social housing law firms advising on financing transactions (as verified by “Social Housing magazine”.
We act predominately on the borrowing side. Our experience was recognised at the Housing Association National Accountancy Awards 2017 as the best external professional advisor for the social housing sector. Our expertise includes capital markets expertise (public bond issues and private placements - US and UK); a specialist property charging team, providing strategic and structural advice regarding the funding of joint ventures and the use of treasury vehicles within a RP group. We were the first law firm to complete pension fund sale and leasebacks acting on behalf of registered providers (Derwent Living) and the first firm to complete a shared ownership investment model using out of sector sale and management lease back (also Derwent Living).
We work closely with our social housing governance colleagues when ACS is acting on mergers, in respect of group consolidation and the financing consequences with several lenders and when that team is advising registered providers on joint ventures and property development finance.
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Anthony Collins Solicitors acts for housing associations on the borrower side of funding transactions. The team facilitates bilateral and syndicated loan deals, as well as large-scale property charging exercises. It also demonstrates expertise in capital markets transactions, including bond issues and private placements, and is equipped to advise on development funding issues.
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Anthony Collins Solicitors assisted Citizen Housing Group with a new £75 million revolving credit facility agreement with Lloyds Bank.
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Anthony Collins has a strong ability to handle complex matters, and to provide associated advice in a straightforward way.
The knowledge, expertise and concise responses of the team smoothed the whole process and their quick clarifications to any queries allowed us to speedily facilitate the transaction.
Anthony Collins is able to offer experts with in-depth knowledge of the subject. The team is able to respond quickly and knowledgeably to any queries and questions.
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Jon Coane frequently acts for housing associations as borrowers on their loan arrangements, including advice on amendments. He also advises on note issuance facilities and private placements.
Jon quickly grasped the situation from a standing start and did an excellent piece of work to clearly articulate the arguments needed.
Jon provided strong and consistent advice throughout all engagements.
Jon Coane offers proactive engagement and good awareness of the sector.
Adriana is always a joy to work with. She brings energy, drive and enthusiasm as well as excellent knowledge to deliver a great service.
Adriana is very personable and always happy to support. She goes above and beyond to get things done.
Michael Nutman acts for housing associations, investors and local authorities on a wide range of financial matters, including revolving credit facility agreements, private placements and public bonds.
Michael provides an excellent service and is knowledgeable.
Social Housing: Finance
Social Housing: Finance
Social Housing: Finance
Provided by Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP
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