Restructuring/Insolvency
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Chambers Review
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 acted for the ad hoc group of lenders to McDermott in relation to the engineering company's USD5 billion restructuring.
Strengths
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"The team are extremely good at thinking about and finding solutions for complex situations. They work extremely well together and have an excellent team of international lawyers able to support."
"Weil has sophisticated lawyers who are engaged with the commercial picture and have a huge trove of experience to share. They provide impeccable service and are trusted advisers."
"The team are extremely good at thinking about and finding solutions for complex situations. They work extremely well together and have an excellent team of international lawyers able to support."
"Weil has sophisticated lawyers who are engaged with the commercial picture and have a huge trove of experience to share. They provide impeccable service and are trusted advisers."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Wilkinson is co-head of the firm's London restructuring practice and 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 is unparalleled in terms of experience, commercial acumen and technical expertise. He is a hard worker and delivers excellent service in an approachable, user-friendly and pragmatic manner."
"Andrew has a highly credible restructuring practice. He is a calming influence in situations and is good at getting the right outcome. He is helpful in complex deals."
Neil Devaney is co-head of the London restructuring practice and 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.
"Neil is very experienced and has a strong network of contacts."
"Neil is a thoughtful and creative attorney who has his finger on the pulse of European restructuring and a keen sense of how events are likely to unfold."
Mark Lawford offers broad expertise spanning cross-border insolvencies, complex restructurings and contentious matters. He counts private equity firms, international corporates and insolvency practitioners among his client base.
"Mark is a strong lawyer with exceptional attention to detail."
"Mark is excellent at client service and at finding workable solutions."
Lois Deasey is a highly regarded partner in the London restructuring market, noted for her expertise in complex cross-border mandates. She has experience handling matters in an array of sectors including retail and the oil and gas space.
"Lois is a technically excellent, level-headed and commercially-minded lawyer."
"Lois is a good lawyer who is calm, diligent and good to work with."
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