UK Guide 2026 : London (Firms)
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Weil, Gotshal & Manges has extensive expertise across the full spectrum of insolvencies. Clients of the firm range from administrators through to creditors. The team is highly adept at cross-border proceedings, with the London office acting as the hub of the firm's European restructuring practice.
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Weil, Gotshal & Manges acted for an ad hoc group of participant and sub-participant lenders in relation to the restructuring of McDermott International, including successfully arguing in favour of the sanction of a Part 26A Restructuring Plan in the High Court.
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Weil analyse the issues thoroughly while never losing sight of the commercial landscape. I have come across very few that demonstrate this combination of skills and insight.
The team's knowledge of insolvency and restructuring law is second to none. They wear that knowledge lightly, however, and are extremely approachable and easy to work with.
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Mark Lawford leads the firm's contentious restructuring and insolvency work and is adept at providing expert advise to a range of clients, including officeholders and shareholders.
Lawford is the best UK lawyer we have ever dealt with. His knowledge of UK insolvency is widely recognised as best in class. His responsiveness and commercial skills are outstanding.
Mark Lawford is a brilliant lawyer and strategist – he's a go-to solicitor for any complex insolvency and restructuring dispute.
Christopher Marks is recognised for his experience advising clients on contested claims and financial disputes related to complex cross-border insolvencies and restructurings.
Christopher Marks is brilliant at finding a route in complex legal disputes and litigation.
Christopher Marks is a great team player. He is very good at developing strategies and keeps us all on track.
Christopher Marks is great. He is a future star who does the most technical work when it comes to creditor agreements.
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
Restructuring/Insolvency: Litigation
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