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A&O Shearman

Restructuring/Insolvency

Europe Guide 2026 : Europe-wide

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A&O Shearman

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Europe-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman has impressive offerings across the UK, the Netherlands, Spain and Germany. The lawyers advise on the full spectrum of matters, with extensive expertise in insolvency-related litigation and distressed M&A, as well as Chapter 11 reorganisations. The firm boasts a particularly strong creditor-side practice and is a popular choice among banks. It also houses notable debtor-side capabilities and has expertise in enforcement plans.

Notable practitioners

Katrina Buckley in London co-heads the firm's global restructuring group.

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Strengths

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  • A&O have the ability to provide technical insolvency and restructuring advice across multiple jurisdictions, challenging the assumptions of all stakeholders in order to deliver an optimal outcome.

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  • A&O Shearman offers very strong counsel with the ability to understand complex structures and find pragmatic solutions.

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  • A&O Shearman provides a first-class handling of extremely complex cross-border situations that require the implementation of an innovative solution.

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  • A&O Shearman really stays on top of global restructuring matters. It has a strong presence and a great team.

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  • The A&O team demonstrates solid technical understanding and immense dedication to ensuring the work was completed on time. They also demonstrate great flexibility in adapting to changing environments.

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