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Provided by Ian Benjamin
Ian Benjamin specialises in advising a diverse range of clients, including lenders, distressed investment funds, and insolvency practitioners, across multiple sectors such as aviation, real estate, retail, hospitality, healthcare and financial services. His extensive experience in business turnarounds and both creditor and debtor-led restructurings makes him a sought-after advisor for stakeholders navigating financial distress.
Ian provides comprehensive support on restructuring and insolvency matters, from managing acquisitions out of and disposals in administration to advising stakeholders on Part 26A restructuring plans. His work with high-profile clients like Investec, Teneo, Wells Fargo and FTI Consulting showcases his ability to handle intricate financial situations with precision and clarity.
Clients value Ian's ability to deliver practical solutions and his calm, commercial approach to problem-solving. His involvement in significant cases, such as the Harland & Wolff restructuring, advising its secured creditor Riverstone Credit throughout, highlights his capability to protect and enhance client interests in challenging environments.
Provided by Chambers
Ian Benjamin of Stephenson Harwood advises a broad range of clients, including insolvency practitioners and lenders, on corporate restructurings and distressed M&A. He has experience in the retail and real estate sectors.
Provided by Chambers
He is very impressive. He's very solutions-oriented and is always looking to find a legal route through to a consensual deal.
Reliable and considered, I would highly recommend Ian to anyone. He is a highly technical and knowledgeable partner.
Ian is good; he's very neat and tidy on commercial contracts.
He's practical, responsive and will talk you through contentious points of technical matters. He has a breadth of expertise in multiple sectors as well.
Ian was excellent on the sale process we ran. I would be happy to use him again for a similar situation.
He is very impressive. He's very solutions-oriented and is always looking to find a legal route through to a consensual deal.
Reliable and considered, I would highly recommend Ian to anyone. He is a highly technical and knowledgeable partner.
Ian is good; he's very neat and tidy on commercial contracts.
He's practical, responsive and will talk you through contentious points of technical matters. He has a breadth of expertise in multiple sectors as well.
Ian was excellent on the sale process we ran. I would be happy to use him again for a similar situation.