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Leveraged Finance: Lenders: Big Ticket - London (Firms)

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Band 3

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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Notable Practitioners

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Tom Richards
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Tom Richards
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Band 1
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 a first class lawyer.

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.

Chris McLaughlin
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Chris McLaughlin
3
Band 3

Chris McLaughlin is regularly instructed by sponsors and financial institutions on leveraged financings. He is additionally noted for his expert representation of private debt funds.

Chris is a trusted partner for our firm. He is always on top of any relevant market changes, and provides timely and efficient service.

Chris is an exceptionally smart, talented, pragmatic and creative professional.

Chris is our go to guy for challenging transactions. His commercial sense and client service are first class. He is the best lawyer I have ever worked with.

He's probably the best, most-user friendly, well-liked sponsor-side finance lawyer in the City.

Alastair McVeigh
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Alastair McVeigh
6
Band 6

Alastair McVeigh has an impressive reputation for his able representation of lender-side clients. He works with banks and credit funds on direct, hybrid and syndicated lending.

Alastair is very strong on all aspects - in particular his level of service, attentiveness and commercial understanding. He's also highly enjoyable to work with.

He's very charming, always available and really excellent on everything.

Alastair is a pleasure to work with. He's technically very strong, commercial and responsive. He is our go-to lender side finance lawyer at Weil.

Alex Eagle
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Alex Eagle
U
Up and Coming

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.

Patrick Brendon
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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.

Ranked Lawyers at
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London (Firms)

Leveraged Finance: Big Ticket

Tom Richards
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Tom Richards
1
Band 1
Chris McLaughlin
3
Chris McLaughlin
3
Band 3
Alastair McVeigh
6
Alastair McVeigh
6
Band 6
Alex Eagle
U
Alex Eagle
U
Up and Coming
Patrick Brendon
U
Patrick Brendon
U
Up and Coming