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Jones Day

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Restructuring/Insolvency - London (Firms)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Jones Day works with debtors and sponsors on complex multi-jurisdictional mandates. The firm enjoys a healthy reputation for advising bondholders and distressed investors, particularly in the real estate sector. The team advises clients on the full scope of restructuring and insolvency matters, from distressed acquisitions to reorganisations and contingency planning.

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Work Highlights

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  • Jones Day advised the OVO Group on a tax-driven series of reorganisations, including the strategic demerger of a subsidiary, Imagination Industries.

Strengths

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  • The firm provides detailed and clear advice when required in a timely manner. I find their clear and succinct written output to be well thought out and accurate.

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  • The team have strategic thinking and a strong collaboration with the litigation team. They have unparalleled experience in their ability to handle and succeed at such matters.

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  • The firm provides very precise and comprehensive analysis in a very short time. They communicate clearly and have excellent teamwork.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ben Larkin
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    Ben Larkin

    Ben Larkin heads the London practice at Jones Day and is regarded as an expert in infrastructure-related restructurings. His wider practice includes domestic and cross-border restructuring and insolvency mandates, often for creditors, corporates and insolvency practitioners.

    • Ben is fantastic strategically. He can combine his M&A knowledge with his insolvency knowledge. He is an incredibly valuable resource.

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    • Ben is an enormously experienced restructuring adviser. He's a real tough cookie and a very good operator. He's very experienced, incredibly commercial and savvy.

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    • Ben Larkin is amazing.

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