UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
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Winston Taylor offers commercial financing advice to a range of borrowers, sponsors and lenders. The firm is noteworthy for the depth of the team and its work on national and international matters. The team offers expertise in preferred equity investment and mezzanine finance structures. Its clients are well served by the firm's complementary strengths in construction, planning and tax.
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Winston Taylor acted for a syndicate of mezzanine lenders composed of AllianceBernstein and Castlelake lending vehicles in relation to a £310 million senior and mezzanine refinancing of a portfolio of 17 hotels.
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Taylor Wessing are really able to cut through issues and get deals done.
The team are responsive and have the ability to take us through complex deals; this is second to none.
Taylor Wessing has a strong team with a partner-led approach. They work incredibly hard while remaining diligent and sound in their advice.
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Heather Buttle advises lenders and investors on a range of real estate finance matters, including mezzanine financing. Her experience spans a variety of asset types such as residential and hotel.
Heather is smart and commercial.
If there's anyone you'd trust to get on with things, she's the one. Heather is super commercial and clients love her.
Jonathan Marks acts for banks and investors, as well as borrower clients, on a variety of transactions. He is frequently sought after for his expertise in refinancing and acquisition finance, among other matters.
Jonathan is an experienced and caring lawyer.
He is very experienced, very sensible and detailed.
He finds pragmatic solutions and always has clients' interests in mind.
Gareth Lawson is recognised for his capabilities in acquisitions and refinancings. He has particular expertise tackling cross-border deals regarding properties across a variety of industries.
Gareth is a pragmatic and highly experienced lawyer who always delivers an excellent service.
Gareth has an excellent ability to digest complex structuring arrangements and translate them into simple terms.
He's excellent and very easy to work with.
Gareth's understanding of clients' needs, his patience and his commercial acumen set him apart.
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