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DLA Piper LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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DLA Piper LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper is a global firm that is able to advise administrator, company and creditor-side clients. It complements strong restructuring expertise with contentious capabilities. Its restructuring and insolvency lawyers are well positioned to act for clients across sectors such as oil and gas, retail and financial services.
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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised Alvarez & Marsal as joint administrators of NMC Health and NMC Healthcare on a USD6.6 billion insolvency involving multi-jurisdictional investigations, creditor adjudication and asset recovery.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper have in-depth knowledge of insolvency. They have the ability to work seamlessly with local teams in other countries to provide cross-jurisdictional advice.

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  • DLA Piper and the team have an excellent understanding of our operations and a working style they tailor to this. They are quick to respond – far quicker and more efficiently than their competitors.

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  • DLA Piper has very approachable individuals who are focused on providing excellent client service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Adam Plainer
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    Adam Plainer

    Adam Plainer is adept at acting for both creditor- and debtor-side clients on cross-border restructurings. He is particularly noted for his expert handling of distressed M&A.

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