Department profile
BCLP

Asset Finance: Rail Finance

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


BCLP

Rankings

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Asset Finance: Rail Finance - UK-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

BCLP has a strong rail finance practice with specialist expertise in rolling stock financing deals for ROSCOs, and is particularly noted for its considerable cross-border strengths. The firm also has experience advising clients on a range of aviation finance matters including the acquisition, disposal and leasing of fleets.

Work Highlights

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  • Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner advised Angel Trains on its

    procurement of 14 new five-car Hitachi Class 80x trainsets for lease to

    FirstGroup.

Strengths

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  • They have a comprehensive in-depth knowledge of the contracts we work with, coupled with hard work, speed of delivery and quality of legal documentation produced.

    Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK
  • They have an ability to quickly understand the nature of an issue, and ratify proposed solutions in plain English.

    Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK
  • They bring a very keen attention to detail when examining the wider implications of a proposal or counterproposal put forward by the other parties.

    Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jamie Wiseman-Clarke
    Band 1Jamie Wiseman-Clarke

    Jamie Wiseman-Clarke

    Jamie Wiseman-Clarke is an experienced transport and asset finance practitioner. He has expertise in acquiring, selling and leasing rolling stock, as well as expertise in advising investment companies on acquiring or disposing of their stock in rolling stock companies.

    • It's a pleasure to work with Jamie. His communication style and commitment to service are second to none.

      Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK
    • Jamie is highly adept at dealing with complex legal issues and providing solutions.

      Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK
  • Band 1Russell Clifford
    Band 1Russell Clifford

    Russell Clifford

    Russell Clifford has a strong reputation in rail finance and works with key clients on rolling stock procurement, among other matters. He is head of the asset finance practice at the firm.
    • Russell is aggressive and fights for his clients.

      Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK
    • Russell combines being an excellent lawyer with a deep understanding of both our business and the wider industry.

      Asset Finance: Rail Finance respondentUK

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