UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
Ranked Individuals
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Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson is regarded as go-to borrower-side counsel for private equity sponsors and asset managers. The team is routinely instructed on high-value mandates across the full range of fund finance products. Clients also benefit from Fried Frank's market-leading expertise in fund formation.
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The fund finance team has always been focused on delivering results within tight deadlines.
Fried Frank is technically excellent across both the funds and finance elements; we consider the firm a market leader.
The team at Fried Frank is organised, extremely responsive, efficient and very much at the top of its game when handling complex multi-jurisdictional matters.
The team is very knowledgeable about fund finance transactions and is also solution-driven. They assist large, demanding clients with complex and sophisticated matters on a daily basis.
The team are strong advocates for their clients in deals, ensuring they secure the best commercial and legal positions.
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Jons Lehmann is head of Fried Frank’s European finance practice and is widely recognised for his expertise in fund finance. He advises leading investment banks and private equity sponsors on everything from NAV financings to capital call facilities.
Jons is both charming and effective — a terrific lawyer who excels at getting the deal done.
Jons is an excellent, hands-on lawyer who stays closely involved in the deal and is great with clients.
Jons is direct and to the point. He's able to simplify complex issues when providing advice.
Kathryn Cecil is well regarded for her fund finance expertise. She covers both mid-cap and big-ticket transactions and is particularly active for asset managers.
Kathryn is a very dynamic lawyer.
Kathryn's an excellent lawyer.
Kathryn is the number-one choice — she’s a fiercely good lawyer and commercially top of the pile. An all-round star.
Banking & Finance: Fund Finance
Banking & Finance: Fund Finance
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