LAWYER PROFILE

Jim MacHale

Europe 2026

Clifford Chance LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate Finance: Big Ticket

1 year ranked

About

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Europe

Practice Areas

Jim MacHale is a Partner in the Banking and Finance practice and specialises in all areas of corporate banking work covering a wide range of financing (particularly acquisition finance and restructurings) in both the UK and the European markets.

Career

London University (BA History) 1989

Admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales 1995

Joined Clifford Chance 2000

Partner since 2006

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Corporate Finance: Big Ticket - UK

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Jim MacHale is well regarded for his expert handling of corporate finance matters. His practice includes both domestic and cross-border mandates. He is particularly active on the lender side, frequently advising mandated lead arrangers. He has additional experience in private credit transactions.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Jim is a highly experienced finance lawyer with strong commercial acumen and a positive, deal-focused approach.
Corporate Finance: Big TicketChambers European Guide