LAWYER PROFILE

Catherine Balmond

Europe 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

6 years ranked

About

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Europe

Practice Areas

Catherine is a partner in our global restructuring and insolvency team based in London. Catherine has over 20 years’ experience and specialises in advising debtors, creditors and other stakeholders in complex UK and cross-border transactions in the restructuring and insolvency market across a wide range of sectors.

Career

Catherine joined Freshfields in 1999 and became a partner in 2010.

Professional Memberships

Catherine is Deputy Chairman of the City of London Law Society Insolvency Law Committee.

Publications

Catherine is a contributing editor for 'Getting the Deal Through: Restructuring & Insolvency 2023'.

Personal

Catherine studied law at Downing College, Cambridge.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Catherine Balmond is highlighted for her representation of debtor and creditor-side clients in complex, high-value restructurings. In addition to her strong domestic capabilities, she is experienced in advising on matters involving offshore considerations.

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