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Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

Leveraged Finance: Borrowers/Sponsors: Big Ticket

Global Guide 2026 : UK


Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

Rankings

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Leveraged Finance: Borrowers/Sponsors: Big Ticket - UK

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson is home to an experienced banking team which represents private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies on a wide array of financings. Its well known for its ability to advise on cross-border deals.

Strengths

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  • Fried Frank is a recognised global leader in the market with a strong team in London.

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  • They offer a great quality of work, strong advice on terms and negotiations, and they are user-friendly and a pleasure to work with.

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  • They have deep understanding of debt terms and the current state of practice in the market.

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  • Fried Frank provide excellent advice and great service.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Neil Caddy
    Band 3Neil Caddy

    Neil Caddy

    Neil Caddy is particularly known for his experience in the direct lending space, but he also works with sponsors and international corporates. He regularly acts on leveraged and public takeover financings as well as corporate loan refinancings.
    • Neil is an expert on the financing side.

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    • Neil is a pleasure to work with. He has a lot of experience, and is responsive, commercial and solution-driven.

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  • Band 4Chris Barron
    Band 4Chris Barron

    Chris Barron

    • He's a highly reliable partner with real depth of experience. He stays current on market, and is not uncomfortable pushing for best in class outcomes for his clients.

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    • We hold Chris in very high regard - he is our go to lawyer for debt matters and trust his counsel implicitly.

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    • He has great insight into the debt markets and commercially sound advice.

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    • Chris is a super strong and talented lawyer.

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    • Chris is very focussed on identifying solutions for his clients and getting strong outcomes.

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