UK Guide 2026 : Midlands
Ranked Individuals
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Our specialist team receives regular work of a complex, unique and high-value nature from more than 40 funders. The team prides itself on its in-depth knowledge and expertise in relation to complex real estate finance, Islamic finance and corporate banking matters often involving a number of other jurisdictions.
The team has an in-depth knowledge of the internal requirements of many of its key clients in relation to credit policy, risk and governance issues, security functions and more.
Our Islamic finance specialism is one of the market leading teams in the UK advising Islamic and UK institutions on retail products as well as advising Government agencies on the impact of legislation on Islamic finance transactions that are structured differently and unusually.
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Shakespeare Martineau has a reputable banking and finance practice with offices across the Midlands, including Solihull, Nottingham, Lincoln and Birmingham. The team demonstrates notable expertise in acquisition and development finance. It advises major banks on a range of refinancing matters. It also has a prominent Islamic finance practice.
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Shakespeare Martineau's advice is practical, pragmatic and commercial.
Their support is methodical, detailed and clear; there is no opacity to their responses.
The team is really good at explaining things to non-legal experts and works collaboratively with the client to find solutions to issues as they arise.
The Shakespeare Martineau team is practical, pragmatic and keen to work with both banks and clients to find solutions.
Shakespeare Martineau provides clear advice and guidance, and the team's responses are timely and detailed.
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David Adams acts across a broad spectrum of banking matters, including on term loans as well as refinancings.
David Adams is a pleasure to deal with, he is knowledgeable and pragmatic.
Naomi Tudor has significant experience advising clients on corporate finance as well as acquisition and property finance matters. She acts for both borrowers and lenders.
Naomi Tudor has a pragmatic approach and a can-do attitude when issues arise, working with the client and counterparties to provide workable solutions which ultimately mean deals get done.
Naomi's support is invaluable.
Mohammed Saqub is highly recognised for his expertise in Islamic finance representing UK and international financial institutions.
Outside of London, Mohammed Saqub is the pre-eminent Islamic finance lawyer.
Banking & Finance
Head of Banking & Finance
Banking & Finance
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Christopher Gayle
John Rice
Hannah Pickering
Simon Coghlan
Harpreet Sandhu
Mohammed Saqub
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