France
Practice Areas
Jonathan Nabarro’s expertise spans Banking and Finance Law, with a focus on Structured Finance, Acquisition Financing, Asset Finance, Syndicated Loans, Debt Restructuring, and Private Equity. His insights make him a trusted advisor to financial institutions and corporations.
Career
Since beginning his legal career in 1988, Jonathan has held leadership roles at global firms such as Ashurst, Allen & Overy, and Weil Gotshal & Manges, where he managed banking/finance departments or acquisition finance teams. In 2008, he founded Nabarro & Hinge and later co-founded Nabarro Béraud Avocats in 2020.
Professional Memberships
Member of the Paris Bar, Solicitor of the Supreme Court (England & Wales).
Personal
Jonathan is known for his pragmatic, solution-oriented approach, addressing complex financial challenges with effective strategies tailored to client needs.
Clients
Jonathan advises banks, private equity funds, and national and multinational corporations on financing and restructuring solutions aligned with their
strategic objectives.
Work Highlights
Jonathan has led major transactions in acquisition financing, project finance, and debt restructurings. His experience in private equity and asset
finance underscores his position as a notable figure in structured finance in France.
Industry Sector Expertise
Jonathan's expertise lies in advanced financing techniques, applicable across a wide range of sectors with a particular strength in service-oriented
industries. His work is distinguished by a deep understanding of complex financial structures, enabling him to develop innovative, tailored financing
solutions that address the unique challenges faced by his clients.
Expert in these Jurisdictions
France, United Kingdom.
Languages Spoken
Jonathan is fluent in English and French.
Experience
With over 35 years in banking and finance law, Jonathan is respected for his ability to complete complex transactions with precision in an evolving
financial landscape.
Education
DJCE Université de Montpellier
DESS in Business Law
Gonville & Caius College University of Cambridge
PhD
Awards
CHAMBERS EUROPE (Banking & Finance)
"Jonathan is available when needed and his depth of experience is helpful in unusual situations"
2024
BEST LAWYERS
"High-level work in asset financing, private equity, and project financing"
2024
LEGAL 500 EMEA
"Jonathan Nabarro has seen it all. He can find a solution to any problem."
2024
LEGAL 500 EMEA
"Great knowledge of the market and actors, facilitating negotiations",
2024