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Leveraged Finance: Borrowers/Sponsors: Big Ticket

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Leveraged Finance: Borrowers/Sponsors: Big Ticket - UK

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What the Team is Known For

Weil, Gotshal & Manges has a notable leveraged finance practice that is active on major matters for leading private equity firms and traditional lenders, with a growing presence in the direct lending space. It is well-positioned to advise on the full range of financial instruments including US products, securing its position as a sought-after adviser in the LBO market. The team draws on the firm's global full-service platform to provide a seamless service on cross-border and multidisciplinary issues.

Work Highlights

  • Weil Gotshal advised The Kantar Group, a portfolio company of Bain’s, on its USD2.58 billion refinancing.

Strengths

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They are also excellent to deal with and manage complex or sensitive client situations with the highest standards.

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They are proactive in negotiations, anticipating road blocks and putting together commercial solutions.

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The Weil banking and finance team are incredibly talented, commercial, pragmatic and creative.

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They are very experienced, client-focused and extremely responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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Tom Richards
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Tom Richards
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Tom Richards is noted for his expert representation of private equity sponsors, which he advises on the gamut of leveraged finance matters. He is regularly sought after to assist clients on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.

Tom is up there with the best and I really like working with him. He has incredible commercial sense, a pragmatic and constructive approach, and unbelievable level of service.

He's one of the most commercial lawyers out there. He fully understands how private equity works and he has a good understanding of where the market is.

He's a first class lawyer.

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Alex Eagle
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Alex Eagle is gaining a reputation for the strength of his work on leveraged finance transactions. He works with private equity sponsors on everything from acquisition financings through to refinancings.

Alex is strong on all levels and understands the big picture of a deal very well.

He's proving to be a rising star. He's incredibly hard-working, reliable, and at the top end for technical work.

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Patrick Brendon
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Up and Coming

Patrick Brendon is frequently called upon by private equity sponsors to advise on leveraged finance transactions. He also works with portfolio companies and regularly leads on cross-border acquisitions.

Patrick is an excellent lawyer; he's talented and commercial.

Patrick is absolutely great. What sets him apart is that he's the most responsive person I've ever met. He is also incredibly commercial, knowledgeable and cuts to the heart of issues.

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Tom Richards
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Alex Eagle
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Patrick Brendon
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