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Lois Deasey

Lois Deasey

Global 2026

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Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

UK

2 years ranked

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Lois Deasey is a partner in Akin’s financial restructuring group. She has over 15 years’ experience representing par and secondary investors, on domestic and cross-border restructurings, insolvencies, special situations and private capital transactions. She has significant expertise advising large, mixed ad hoc groups in both the private and public debt markets. Clients value her ability to navigate complex, high-profile and often contentious restructuring situations with clarity and level-headedness, with experience spanning a wide range of sectors and geographies.

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Restructuring/Insolvency - UK

Band 5
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Lois Deasey is a highly regarded partner in the London restructuring market, noted for her expertise in complex cross-border mandates. She has experience handling matters in an array of sectors including retail and the oil and gas space.

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  • Lois is simply one of the best. A real pleasure to work with.

    Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Global Guide

  • Lois is a star younger partner.

    Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Global Guide

  • Lois is a powerhouse in that she is all over the range of issues in a matter from enquiries on a distressed name to confirmation of a place. She is an excellent communicator.

    Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Global Guide

  • Lois is an absolute pleasure to work with. She wants to drive a hard bargain for clients but understands the risk involved.

    Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Global Guide

  • Lois is an all-round excellent lawyer with a calm demeanour, even in testing situations. She is in the detail but also adept at distilling down key issues for clients and presenting solutions.

    Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Global Guide

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