Norton Rose Fulbright, Restructuring/Insolvency

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Restructuring/Insolvency - London (Firms)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Norton Rose Fulbright maintains a strong presence in the market, with a focus on work for clients in the shipping, commodities and mining sectors. The firm's global network enables it to act on international matters for banks, funds and corporates. The financial restructuring and insolvency group is noted for its handling of complex loan restructurings, pre-packaged plans, and the sale and purchase of distressed assets.

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Work Highlights

Norton Rose Fulbright represented the special administrators of WealthTek, a wealth management firm accused of fraud.

Strengths

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The team possessed deep technical knowledge of the subject matter, but took a very practical approach to problem solving in a complex and dynamic environment.

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They are a firm with considerable depth in all aspects of restructuring. They are able to call in other experts where needed. They work with firms in other jurisdictions to provide a seamless service.

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The team possessed deep technical knowledge of the subject matter, but took a very practical approach to problem solving in a complex and dynamic environment.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Craggs

Band 5

Mark Craggs advises banks, corporates and officeholders on a breadth of contentious and non-contentious matters. He is adept in matters across the mining, transport and energy sectors.

Mark Craggs stands out as a truly hands-on adviser. His thorough and pragmatic approach ensures that every detail is meticulously addressed, making him a pleasure to collaborate with.

He's great. He's smart, commercial and pragmatic.

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James Stonebridge

Band 6

James Stonebridge is an experienced lawyer who assists clients with corporate and debt restructuring matters.

He provides good commercial advice.

His advice was consistently timely, practical and sophisticated. He offered keen insight and offered reasonable solutions in an attempt to solve a complex and nuanced problem.

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Matthew Thorn

Band 6

Matthew Thorn regularly assists clients with all kinds of restructuring, with particular expertise in cross-border matters.

A personable and knowledgeable adviser who provided effective and commercial advice.

Matt Thorn operates at a really high calibre.

He is technically able, in an understated manner, and is very supportive during a transaction.

Matt has become my go-to person because he knows the areas I work in and has an understanding of the different types of organisation I work with. He takes time to understand each specific context.

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