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DLA Piper LLP

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Global: Multi-Jurisdictional


DLA Piper LLP

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Banking & Finance - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is an international law firm with vast global resources to call upon for clients seeking cross-border advice, with London acting as a key hub. The law firm offers:

• Strong experience acting for lender-side clients in the acquisition finance space, handling the full spectrum of financial instruments.

• Strength advising international corporates, banks and private equity firms on complex cross-border deals, with strong experience in mid-market transactions.

• Experience acting for clients in the technology, telecommunications, construction and oil and gas sectors.

• Further expertise in alternative lending solutions, including direct lending and private credit.

Key contact

David Trott is the international head of the firm's finance, projects and restructuring group and is based in London. John Cusack, based in New York, co-chairs the finance practice, and London-based Martin Bartlam is also a key contact.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • DLA Piper stands out for their ability to evaluate transactions not only from a legal point of view but also for knowing how to grasp the points of greatest commercial significance.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • They have deep industry knowledge and a vast network of colleagues to leverage to provide expert advice no matter the jurisdiction.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper offers a considerable international network with an extensive global footprint, and is known for transactional matters, with a particular focus on refinancing and acquisition finance.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

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