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LAWYER PROFILE

Sam Payne

UK 2026

Ranked in 1 practice area

Restructuring/Insolvency

Midlands

11 years ranked

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Practice Areas

Restructuring & Insolvency

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Restructuring/Insolvency - Midlands

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Sam Payne is a partner in the West Midlands and head of the firm's national restructuring and insolvency team. He is recommended for advice on turnarounds, liquidations and refinancings for distressed businesses. His clients include insolvency practitioners, lenders and corporations.

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Strengths

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Sam is worth his weight in gold. An incredible lawyer.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Sam is excellent at cross-collaboration and working across teams.
Restructuring/InsolvencyChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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