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Mayer Brown LLP

Leveraged Finance: Lenders: Mid-Market

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Mayer Brown LLP

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Leveraged Finance: Lenders: Mid-Market - UK

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Mayer Brown handles complex and bespoke deals for lender clients. The firm's practice spans the full scope of financing matters, from structured finance to project finance and speciality finance. It has noted expertise in acquisition and leveraged finance, and is well-equipped to advise on domestic and cross-border matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Mayer Brown advised Alpha Wave Global on the debt financing of a £314 million facility provided to HIG for its acquisition of Axis Europe.

Strengths

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  • Mayer Brown stands out for its expertise, responsiveness, client-focused approach and comprehensive legal services.

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  • They excel in identifying what is essential versus what is superfluous, ensuring that we are are well-protected, while also recognising 'nice to have' elements.

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  • They have a strong client-centric approach.

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  • Mayer Brown stands out due to its exceptional expertise, proactive approach to problem-solving, strong client relationships, and a proven track record of successful outcomes.

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  • They have the ability to navigate nearly all jurisdictions in cross-border financings, and an extremely high calibre of partners and associates.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Miles
    Band 1David Miles

    David Miles

    David Miles has a wealth of experience advising on the full range of corporate lending and leveraged finance matters. He is adept at advising on recapitalisations, refinancings and buyouts, among other matters.
    • He's got the strong ability to handle complex cases.

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    • He has a great track record of delivering mid-market direct lending transactions.

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    • He's excellent in every way.

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  • Band 1Philip Butler
    Band 1Philip Butler

    Philip Butler

    Philip Butler is an experienced advisor to high-profile direct lenders on domestic and cross-border financings. He focuses his practice on leveraged finance and corporate lending transactions.

    • Phil offers a very high level of service and commercial awareness.

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    • He's very strong, I'm always happy to work with Phil.

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  • Band 4Andy Kolacki
    Band 4Andy Kolacki

    Andy Kolacki

    Andy Kolacki acts for borrower, sponsors and lenders on a wide range of domestic and cross-border financings.
    • It was great working with Andy, he is a knowledgeable, commercial and hard-working lawyer.

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    • He's super bright and all over the details.

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