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Jim MacHale

Jim MacHale

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Clifford Chance LLP
 Clifford Chance LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate Finance: Big Ticket

UK

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About

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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

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Chambers Global Guide

Corporate Finance: Big Ticket - UK

Band 1
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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

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  • Jim is a highly experienced finance lawyer with strong commercial acumen and a positive, deal-focused approach.

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