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Eversheds Sutherland

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Eversheds Sutherland

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We have a long-standing track record of delivering high profile restructurings and insolvencies involving global brands for a wide range of stakeholders. These include distressed companies, insolvency practitioners, creditors, private equity houses, banks and other financial institutions. Whether you’re a creditor or a debtor, our experienced lawyers can represent you in an extensive range of bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings. We can help you renegotiate or refinance banking facilities, restructure equity stakes, and guide you through insolvency or enforcement processes where necessary. We can bring in colleagues from our banking, private equity, pensions, employment, real estate and tax teams when you need them, who will bring to bear their experience working on restructuring corporates which are stressed or distressed. Clients tell us that this integrated, collaborative approach is critical for successful outcomes. We know that understanding the complexities of financial distress and potential solutions is only one part of the equation; each industry has unique commercial features that affect out-of court workouts. The depth of our industryspecific knowledge - and our contacts who provide dedicated financial and commercial advice - means we’re always geared towards helping you minimize risk, avoid complications and delays, and maximize success for all stakeholders.

Clients (7)

  • Major UK clearing banks and financial institutions
  • Insolvency practitioners and restructuring professionals
  • Administrators of British Home Stores and Opal Property Grp
  • Senior lenders to Mamas & Papas and Beales department stores
  • Directors and boards of listed and pvt owned corporates
  • Investors and lenders in cross-border distressed situations
  • Real estate, retail and consumer goods businesses

Chambers Review

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Yorkshire

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland has a highly adept restructuring and insolvency team frequently sought to advise on a wide range of issues including pre-packaged administration sales, the appointment of and responsibilities of administrators, and schemes of arrangement, among many others. The team also has in-depth knowledge of distressed property cases and the financial aspects of restructuring a company.

Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland acted for Unipart on its acquisition of Formaplex Technologies, which was in administration.

Strengths

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  • The team at Eversheds Sutherland offers commercial acumen alongside detailed and robust legal advice.

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  • Eversheds Sutherland has excellent technical expertise across the board and a breadth of industry experience. Locally, in the Yorkshire market, the quality of their team stands out.

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  • The team have great depth of experience across all relevant insolvency disciplines.

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  • The team exhibit a strong calmness under pressure.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Barney Smedley
    Band 2Barney Smedley

    Barney Smedley

    Barney Smedley regularly advises banks and insolvency practitioners on a range of non-contentious matters. He is well versed in handling pre-packaged administrations and the sale of businesses and assets. He has particular expertise in the retail and leisure sectors.
    • Barney is a highly experienced lawyer able to balance law with a strong commercial acumen.

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    • Barney provides great input into challenging transactions. He is responsive, clear and technically strong.

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    • Barney is hugely knowledgeable and personable.

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    • Barney is a very engaging and thoughtful lawyer who has contributed significantly to regional and next-generation activity in relation to turnaround and restructuring.

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  • Associates to watchConnor Atkinson
    Associates to watchConnor Atkinson

    Connor Atkinson

    Connor Atkinson is a senior associate with experience in the restructuring and insolvency space, with particular expertise in advising on sales strategy following administration. Additionally, Atkinson has knowledge of a wide range of matters including schemes of arrangement, distressed property issues and solvent liquidations.

    • Connor provides high-quality legal advice and applies his strong technical and commercial knowledge to situations.

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    • Connor provides very detailed advice through a commercial lens. He is able to provide responses and real-world advice in a variety of scenarios.

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