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Clifford Chance LLP

Asset Finance: Rail Finance

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Asset Finance: Rail Finance - UK-wide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a go-to practice for aviation finance matters, with additional capability in rail-related transactions. The team works with global aviation clients on complex ECA-supported financings, portfolio transfers and bank financings. The rail team works with government agencies, manufacturers and operators on large rolling stock and infrastructure deals. It draws support from the firm's extensive expertise in complementary areas such as tax, litigation and insolvency to provide a one-stop shop for clients.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance was involved in a structured portfolio financing arrangement for CDB Aviation valued at £700 million.

  • Clifford Chance acted for Network Rail on all aspects of a proposed long-term concession to be entered into between Network Rail and the private sector for the design, deployment and funding of new public communications networks and infrastructure on Network Rail's estate.

Strengths

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  • They have good industry knowledge in telecommunications and rail sectors and experience in drafting complex transactions.

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  • They have high-quality individuals, exceptional knowledge of legal matters and a very smart way of approaching cases.

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  • The firm is big so they have the ability to cover all the jurisdictions and, more importantly, practice areas involved in complicated multisector deals.

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  • Clifford Chance cover a broad range of financings and bring open-mindedness to every deal, combining rigour and pragmatism.

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  • They have a market-leading position. The large team affords the knowledge in different ranges and across regions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Oliver Hipperson
    Oliver Hipperson

    Oliver Hipperson

    Oliver Hipperson is head of the London asset finance group at Clifford Chance. He has a particular specialisation in aviation, and oversees sales and financings of fleets or individual aircraft. Hipperson also has notable experience in the shipping sector, overseeing both fleet transactions and large luxury vessel financings.

    • He is the perfect fit for complicated transactions and demanding parties.

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    • His expertise, professionalism, and depth of knowledge in the maritime industry are truly exceptional.

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    • Oliver is highly knowledgeable, efficient and smart.

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    • His measured but focused approach is invaluable and we are fortunate to have him as one of our most trusted advisers.

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  • Ranbir Hunjan
    Ranbir Hunjan

    Ranbir Hunjan

    Ranbir Hunjan is a very capable aviation lawyer with experience advising lenders and lessors. He has advised on fleet transactions, leases and complex financings as well as large M&A transactions.

    • He is extremely commercial and creative in finding solutions.

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    • Ranbir is solutions-driven, commercially astute and technically excellent.

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  • Paul Carrington
    Paul Carrington

    Paul Carrington

    Paul Carrington has strong skills in aviation finance work. He frequently handles financings, leasings and dispositions, advising large investment banks and leasing companies.

    • Paul is a fantastic lawyer who is able to navigate all aspects of highly complex transactions.

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    • Paul Carrington is calm, collected and clearly very experienced. He is good at problem solving and addressing issues with a bottom-up analytical approach.

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    • He is able to think through issues and draft accordingly. He is a detail-focused lawyer.

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  • Richard Evans
    Richard Evans

    Richard Evans

    Richard Evans is routinely engaged by lenders to advise on the financing of helicopters and aircraft. He has experience working on a wide range of financing structures including ECA and PDP financings.

    • He seems to be happy to answer any questions, and his knowledge of the market is very much appreciated.

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    • Richard has broad and deep domain expertise, and is able to address multiple jurisdictions and financing structures.

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    • Richard has a fantastic balance of transaction management and detailed legal advice tailored to the needs of the client.

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    • He is technical, always available and has a good understanding.

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    • He is great to work with and professional, and works collaboratively with the other side.

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  • Dominic Watts
    Dominic Watts

    Dominic Watts

    Dominic Watts is a senior associate who is focused on rail finance, advising clients on infrastructure and rolling stock matters.

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  • Lara Attarzadeh
    Lara Attarzadeh

    Lara Attarzadeh

    Lara Attarzadeh is an experienced associate with strong knowledge of financing and transactional matters in the aviation space, regularly advising lenders and borrowers.

    • Lara has a real encyclopedic knowledge, and can quickly think through a problem and come up with a solution.

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