Banking & Finance: Borrowers: Mid-Market

James Dunnett is recognised for his work for corporate borrowers and private equity sponsors and stands out for his expertise when it comes to acquisition finance.

Experienced and client-driven, James is a pleasure to work with.

He's an outstanding lawyer.

Michael Black specialises in asset-based lending matters. He regularly acts for lenders, counting a number of banks and financial institutions among his clients. He has additional expertise in real estate finance.

Michael Black is the best ABL lawyer in Europe.

Neha Khosla is well known for advising oil and gas clients on financing transactions. She has an impressive track record when it comes to transactions involving emerging markets.

Neha is an outstanding lawyer with an engaging interpersonal style which engenders trust and confidence. She commands the respect of all who deal with her.

Neha is always excellent, she's one of my go-to partners for financing transactions.

Christopher Akinrele has expertise in leveraged finance, specialty finance and general corporate banking transactions. He is well-versed in advising direct lenders. He has additional experience in asset-based finance.

He goes the extra mile.

Europe, Middle East and Asia chair Farmida Bi has an excellent reputation in the London market. She complements her Islamic finance practice with capital markets expertise, advising clients on Sharia-compliant products and sukuk issuance.

Farmida provides outstanding client service.

Yusuf Battiwala regularly assists his global client base with a wide range of Islamic financings. He is noted for his strengths in derivatives and structured finance, and has experience in Islamic repo transactions.

He is a phenomenal expert in derivatives and Islamic finance. He's incredibly user-friendly and has a pretty unique skill set married with a humble, brilliant attitude.