Restructuring/Insolvency
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 1
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Weil, Gotshal & Manges has a noteworthy track record in the restructuring and insolvency field. Its lawyers are regularly involved in precedent-setting matters, including UK-originated work and cross-border mandates. The firm offers an integrated service, working closely with its US, Asian and European offices. Weil enjoys strong relationships with a number of creditor-side clients, while also attracting regular instructions from high-profile debtors as well as from distressed investors.
Work Highlights
- Weil, Gotshal & Manges advised an ad hoc group of secured lenders in relation to the financial restructuring of Nordic Aviation Capital and its subsidiaries, with the secured lenders representing just under USD1 billion of the group's USD6 billion debt.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is aware of the commercial background to transactions."
"They are pushing boundaries and are very creative."
"Weil has a strong and deep restructuring bench. They have a good track record in addressing complex matters, particularly those involving cross-border issues."
"They are very responsive and thorough."
"Weil is very active in the bondholder space."
"The team is aware of the commercial background to transactions."
"They are pushing boundaries and are very creative."
"Weil has a strong and deep restructuring bench. They have a good track record in addressing complex matters, particularly those involving cross-border issues."
"They are very responsive and thorough."
"Weil is very active in the bondholder space."
Notable Practitioners
Senior European restructuring partner and co-head of the firm's London restructuring practice, Andrew Wilkinson has a wealth of experience advising corporates and financial institutions on restructuring and insolvency matters. He is particularly adroit at advising on high-value cross-border mandates.
"Andrew's extensive experience is second to none."
Co-head of the London restructuring practice at Weil, Neil Devaney is respected for his expert handling of complex, high-value debt restructurings, with particular experience advising ad hoc groups of senior and subordinated creditors. He also advises on insolvency matters, and he counts liquidators and administrators among his clients.
"He very good, very responsive and commercial."
"Neil is an excellent adviser."