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BCLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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BCLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a law firm with a broad restructuring practice. Its areas of expertise cover Chapter 11 reorganisations, out-of-court loan arrangements and insolvency proceedings. The firm is also well versed in handling litigious restructuring matters.

Work Highlights

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  • BCLP is representing Julie Palmer, Julian Pitts and Andrew Hook of Begbies Traynor Group in their capacities as joint administrators of Worcester Warriors, the English Premiership rugby team.

Strengths

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  • The team at BCLP are knowledgeable, quick to respond and easy to work with. They give clear and sound advice and were approachable, from the most junior to the senior managing directors.

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  • What distinguishes BCLP's restructuring team is their tax expertise and their ability to focus on practical solutions without getting caught up in technicalities.

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  • BCLP's hands-on approach distinguishes them from competitors that mainly give general advice or overcomplicate things.

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  • The team are wholly on top of their area of law, and I have complete confidence in them.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 6Marc Trottier
    Band 6Marc Trottier

    Marc Trottier

    Marc Trottier brings a depth of expertise in contentious and non-contentious restructuring matters. In particular, he has experience in assisting funds investing in distressed situations, as well as on impaired credits and loan-to-own

    transactions.

    • He is incredibly personable and always looks out for you.

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    • Marc is one of the best restructuring partners in the City. His broad-ranging experience, unparalleled knowledge and very commercial outlook make him the go-to lawyer for complex situations.

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    • Marc is one of the hardest-working partners I have ever had the privilege to work with. He is responsive, commercially focused and incredibly intelligent.

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  • Associates to watchPhilip de Vries
    Associates to watchPhilip de Vries

    Philip de Vries

    Philip de Vries is a senior associate who is well versed in financial and corporate restructurings, with a particular focus on distressed M&A proceedings. He represents clients in varied sectors including sports, fashion, real estate and hospitality.

    • Philip was an amazing support. He is very technically accomplished, has great attention to detail and is hard-working.

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    • Philip is always a great help, with valuable legal analysis and advice.

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