LAWYER PROFILE

Richard Tett

UK 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

London (Firms)

19 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Richard heads Freshfields' London restructuring and insolvency team. He has worked for over 25 years across the corporate and capital structure on restructurings, refinancings, high yield and bond restructurings, intercreditor disputes, insolvency appointments, distressed M&A, English restructuring plans, schemes of arrangement, US Chapter 11s, 15s and s363s, pension deficits, insurance workouts, mining, telecoms and structured finance. Richard’s deals have been recognised by many industry awards.

Career

Richard joined Freshfields in 1994; partner since 2004.

Professional Memberships

Qualified solicitor-advocate, Higher Rights of Audience (civil). INSOL, R3 and Turnaround Management Association UK.

Publications

Richard is author of numerous legal journal articles.

Personal

Richard was educated at Jesus College, Cambridge in Natural Sciences and Law.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Restructuring/Insolvency - London (Firms)

Band 1

Individual Editorial

London department head Richard Tett is held in high regard for his expert advice to clients on complex in-court and out-of-court restructuring and insolvency proceedings. He is able to fluently navigate the restructuring space, frequently acting on behalf of companies, administrators and lenders.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Richard has been magnificent. He has been a superstar.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Richard is one of the best lawyers in the business. He is experienced, commercial and responsive.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Guide to the Legal Profession