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Banking & Finance: Sponsors - London (Firms)

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What the Team is Known For

Willkie Farr & Gallagher has a sophisticated offering boasting strong transatlantic and European capabilities. It is a go-to shop for private equity sponsors as well as their portfolios, often acting on acquisition financings. The team is able to advise across the space on matters ranging from recapitalisations to take-privates. The firm also has the wider ability to act for corporate borrowers and alternative lenders.

Work Highlights

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  • Willkie advised client Platinum Equity on its acquisition of Imerys' High Temperature Solutions business for approximately EUR930 million. 

Strengths

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They are able to understand the big picture and the detail to provide a very clear and concise view on complex matters and to spell them out in simple terms.

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They always have the ability to pull in the right people to solve the problem. They've got a good bench across all levels.

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They are always available, always knowledgeable and always friendly.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ashley Young
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Ashley Young
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Band 4
Ashley Young typically acts for borrowers and sponsors on financings, such as acquisitions and buyouts. He is also noted for his lender-side experience.

Ashley is very impressive. He is not only very strong as a lawyer, but also very strong from a commercial and negotiation perspective.

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Ashley Young
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Ashley Young
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