Leveraged Finance: Mid-Market
UK
1 year ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
James Crooks
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
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Global
Practice Areas
JAMES CROOKS focuses his practice on leveraged finance and general debt financing transactions, advising private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers, credit funds and other financial institutions across an extensive range of debt products including mid and large-cap leveraged financings, public takeover financings, asset backed financings, stressed and distressed situations and complex financings into regulated sectors with particular depth of experience in the financial services, insurance, healthcare, pharma, tech and sports industries in which he has delivered innovative, first-in-kind solutions on some of the most high profile transactions in the market.
Prior to joining Sidley in 2016, James was a partner in the corporate and financial services practice of another international law firm.
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Chambers Global Guide
Leveraged Finance: Mid-Market - UK
Band 3
Individual Editorial
James Crooks typically acts for sponsors and borrowers on mid-cap financing transactions, with additional experience assisting well-known banks and direct lenders. His wide sector knowledge includes sports, insurance, energy and commodities, and manufacturing. He is also noted for his expertise in structured finance.
Strengths
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I've been extremely impressed by him. He's constructive, highly pragmatic and creative in his advice.
Leveraged Finance: Mid-MarketChambers Global GuideThoughtful, professional and a pleasure to work with, we value James's deep expertise and the speed and clarity with which he conveys what matters alongside actionable solutions.
Leveraged Finance: Mid-MarketChambers Global GuideJames consistently demonstrated exceptional service, offering tailored, thoughtful advice with a focus on our complex needs.
Leveraged Finance: Mid-MarketChambers Global GuideJames is highly reliable and I trust him deeply as financing counsel.
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