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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Restructuring/Insolvency

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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

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Restructuring/Insolvency - London (Firms)

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Willkie represents a range of stakeholders on both the creditor and debtor sides of complex restructurings and recapitalisations. Its lawyers are able to act across sectors such as energy, telecommunications and manufacturing. The firm's strong European and US presence makes it a go-to for deals involving cross-border or Chapter 11 elements.

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Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher represented an ad hoc group of senior secured noteholders in relation to the ongoing recapitalisation of the Lowell Group.

Strengths

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  • They have a very strong team that is highly capable and well staffed.

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  • The talented team are very responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Graham Lane
    Graham Lane

    Graham Lane

    Co-chair of the European restructuring group at Willkie, Graham Lane has considerable expertise in advising on complex cross-border restructurings. He regularly advises distressed investors and hedge funds in addition to private equity investors and insolvency practitioners, among other clients.

    • He is very strong in all dimensions.

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    • Graham is highly experienced in the restructuring space and he delivers excellent outcomes. He is super responsive and client-focused.

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  • Simon Baskerville
    Simon Baskerville

    Simon Baskerville

    Simon Baskerville is co-chair of the European restructuring group and regularly represents both creditors and debtors in a range of restructuring and insolvency matters. Baskerville is noted for his expertise in cross-jurisdictional restructurings.

    • He's an outstanding restructuring lawyer.

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    • He's a top practitioner in the restructuring space.

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    • Simon is a highly experienced and sophisticated lawyer who is extremely focused on delivering for clients.

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