Restructuring/Insolvency - North West
What the Team is Known For
Eversheds Sutherland is a fully resourced national firm with a respected local team which is frequently instructed on high-value corporate restructuring matters, with an emphasis on real estate work. The team focuses on transactional and other non-contentious matters, often working alongside insolvency practitioners. The firm also continues to advise banks on the full range of insolvency work. It has additional expertise in pensions-related matters.
Strengths
"The firm appears able to draw on specialists when required and is always responsive and available at any time of day."
"Eversheds' team are bright and commercial at the same time, with great common sense."
"Eversheds has a good team with a desire to build relationships through responsiveness and delivery."
"The team is very responsive and willing to go the extra mile."
"The firm always responds on time with clear and concise advice."
Work Highlights
Eversheds Sutherland acted for Santander as senior secured lender in respect of the sale of the MJ Hudson Group to the Apex Group.
Notable Practitioners
David Gray is well versed in handling a range of insolvency work including complex administrations, refinancing transactions and pensions-related instructions. He is also called upon by company directors to advise on their duties in cases of financial distress. "David is very experienced and technically very sound." "David is solid in all aspects of insolvency and restructuring law." "David is the consummate professional."
Sarah Duignan plays a central role supporting lenders and insolvency practitioners in both contentious and non-contentious insolvency proceedings. She has niche expertise in matters involving alternative lenders. "Sarah is very, very bright." "She's one of the finest solicitors we've worked with globally."
Max Morrison is a senior associate working out of the firm's Manchester office. He regularly advises clients on a broad range of matters from administrations to acquisitions and has particular experience in the restructuring arena. "Max is a rising star in the North West and is both technically and commercially excellent."
