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Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Slaughter and May maintains a standout practice which is regarded as a go-to for company-side representation in restructurings and distressed situations. The firm is frequently called upon to advise on complex and high-value restructurings and insolvencies, often with a multi-jurisdictional aspect. Its lawyers possess considerable experience handling government debt and bank restructurings. Slaughter and May also fields strength in creditor-side representations, with additional experience acting for insolvency practitioners.

Work Highlights

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  • Slaughter and May advised Cineworld on the financial restructuring of its US, UK and Jersey businesses through parallel Chapter 11 cases and a pre-packaged administration.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ian Johnson
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Band 2

Ian Johnson is head of the restructuring and insolvency group at Slaughter and May, and is noted for his expert handling of high-value, international restructuring and insolvency matters for corporates, funds and directors.

Ian Johnson is highly experienced and commercially aware of clients' needs.

Ian is an incredible lawyer. He provides pragmatic advice on very complex and technical issues. His art is taking the complex and making it very easy and digestible.

Ian is excellent - he's a calm hand offering well-judged advice in complex situations.

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Thomas Vickers
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Thomas Vickers is an experienced lawyer with notable expertise in restructuring and insolvency. He is sought out for his expertise by well-known corporates and insolvency practitioners.

Thomas makes clients feel supported and part of one overall team.

Thomas knows a lot about a lot, he is incredibly calm and he's hard-working. He is a charming person who can calmly deal with the most complex situations.

Thomas is a strong operator.

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