Ranking tables
Global UK Banking & Finance
Eminent Practitioners
- Michael Bates Clifford Chance LLP
- Robert Lee Clifford Chance LLP
- Stephen KensellLatham & Watkins
Band 1
- Charles Cochrane Clifford Chance LLP
- Denise Gibson Allen & Overy LLP
Ian Barratt Kirkland & Ellis International LLP- Suhrud Mehta Milbank LLP
- Dominic NewcombLatham & Watkins
- Jayanthi SadanandanLatham & Watkins
- Neel SachdevPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
- Stephen LucasKirkland & Ellis International LLP
Band 2
Band 3
- Edward Fife Slaughter and May
- Emma Folds Clifford Chance LLP
Gareth Eagles White & Case LLP- Jim MacHale Clifford Chance LLP
Luke McDougall Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP- Mohamed Nurmohamed Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP
Nicholas Benham Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP- Nicola Wherity Clifford Chance LLP
- Philip Bowden Allen & Overy LLP
- Philip Spittal Linklaters
- Presley L Warner Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
- Simon C Roberts Allen & Overy LLP
- Christopher ShieldKirkland & Ellis International LLP
Band 4
Chris McLaughlin Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP
Clive Wells Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP- David J Campbell Allen & Overy LLP
Jeremy Duffy White & Case LLP
Korey Fevzi Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP- Oliver Sceales Linklaters
- Ross Anderson Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP
Stephen Short Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP- Taner Hassan Clifford Chance LLP
Band 5
- Annette Kurdian Allen & Overy LLP
Christopher Davis Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer- David Robson Clifford Chance LLP
- Edward Aldred Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
Fergus Wheeler Akin
Paul Hibbert Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP
Peter Hayes Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP- Philip Snell Slaughter and May
- Toby S G Grimstone Linklaters
- Ross PooleyLatham & Watkins
Band 6
Alan J Davies Debevoise & Plimpton LLP- Alexandra Grant Milbank LLP
Colin Harley White & Case LLP- David Irvine Linklaters
- Greg Brown Allen & Overy LLP
Martin D Hutchings Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Martin Forbes White & Case LLP- Matthew Tobin Slaughter and May
- Melissa Samuel Allen & Overy LLP
- Nicholas J S Clark Allen & Overy LLP
- Oliver Edwards Linklaters
- Peter Dahlen Clifford Chance LLP
Reena Gogna Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP
Richard Kitchen King & Spalding International LLP- Robert Byk Slaughter and May
Sanjeev Dhuna Shearman & Sterling LLP- Sarbajeet Nag Milbank LLP
- Daniel MazeLatham & Watkins
- Kirsteen NicolKirkland & Ellis International LLP
- Michael SteeleKirkland & Ellis International LLP
- Will NevinHerbert Smith Freehills
Eminent Practitioners
E Michael Bates
Clifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Eminent Practitioners |UK regional managing partner Michael Bates is recognised as one of the foremost experts in infrastructure financing matters. He also comes highly recommended for his expertise when acting for corporate borrowers.E Robert LeeClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Eminent Practitioners |Robert Lee is the global practice area leader for finance at the firm. His broad finance practice spans cross-border M&A, corporate lending and fund finance matters, among others.
Band 1
1 Charles CochraneClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 1 |Charles Cochrane acts for both borrower and lender-side clients on complex domestic and cross-border financings. His work includes everything from M&A financing to leveraged and debt restructuring matters.1 Denise Gibson
Allen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 1 |Denise Gibson has a respected practice advising on a range of leveraged financings. She is also well placed to assist with direct lending transactions and structured finance.1 Ian BarrattKirkland & Ellis International LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 1 |Ian Barratt continues to be regarded as one of the premier choices for sponsor-side representation. He is frequently instructed by leading private equity clients to advise on leveraged and acquisition finance matters and is well versed in cross-border transactions.1 Suhrud Mehta
Milbank LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 1 |Co-head of the firm's global leveraged finance practice Suhrud Mehta is regularly instructed on complex cross-border matters. He is a practitioner of choice for leading financial institutions on big-ticket transactions.- Neel SachdevPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 1
Band 2
2 Alex Mitchell
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Alex Mitchell is co-head of Freshfields' European leveraged finance group and regularly acts for investment fund and private equity clients. He is well positioned to act on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.
2 Christopher Kandel
Morrison Foerster | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Christopher Kandel of Morrison Foerster is regarded as a go-to player in the London banking and finance market. His expertise includes complex and high-value cross-border leveraged and acquisition finance matters.
2 Jonathan Brownson
Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Jonathan Brownson is held in high regard for his expertise in leveraged finance. He has a wealth of experience acting for both lenders and borrowers on domestic and international mandates.2 Nick Syson
Linklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Nick Syson is renowned in the market for his wealth of experience assisting banks with large-cap financings. He is adroit at advising on leveraged finance and debt restructuring matters.2 Robin HarveyAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Co-head of the firm's global private equity practice, Robin Harvey comes recommended for his strengths advising across the finance space. He is particularly adept at acting for sponsors on private equity financing matters.
2 Tom Richards
Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 2 |Tom Richards is noted for his expert representation of private equity sponsors, which he advises on the gamut of leveraged finance matters. He is regularly sought after to assist clients on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Band 3
3 Edward Fife
Slaughter and May | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Edward Fife regularly advises borrower clients on a broad array of financing matters including leveraged and infrastructure finance mandates. He also offers expertise in lender-side representation.3 Emma FoldsClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Emma Folds has a respected corporate lending and debt restructuring practice. She is highlighted for her representation of banks and alternative capital providers.3 Gareth Eagles
White & Case LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Head of private credit and direct lending at the firm, Gareth Eagles is an expert in this area. He is well placed to advise on big-ticket acquisition financings.3 Jim MacHaleClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Jim MacHale is well regarded for his expert handling of leveraged finance and corporate loan matters. His practice includes both domestic and cross-border mandates.3 Luke McDougall
Paul Hastings (Europe) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Luke McDougall is routinely called upon by lender-side clients for assistance with domestic and cross-border acquisition finance matters. His client roster includes both traditional bank and speciality lenders.3 Mohamed NurmohamedPaul Hastings (Europe) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Co-chair of the firm's global finance practice Mohamed Nurmohamed is highlighted for his adept handling of lender-side mandates. He is frequently instructed by investment bank clients to assist with complex cross-border financings.3 Nicholas Benham
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Nicholas Benham of Davis Polk & Wardwell is adept at advising on leveraged and investment-grade acquisition financings. He is able to act for clients across the space from lenders to corporate borrowers.3 Nicola WherityClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Nicola Wherity centres her practice on advising lender-side clients on investment-grade and fund finance matters. She is regularly called upon by clients to advise on high-profile and complex matters.3 Philip BowdenAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Co-head of global banking at the firm, Philip Bowden is regularly called upon to advise on domestic and cross-border matters. He is adept at handling both leveraged and investment-grade acquisition financings as well as structured finance matters.3 Philip SpittalLinklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Global co-head of banking Philip Spittal is experienced in advising on domestic and international matters for both borrower and lender clients. His practice spans syndicated lending, event-driven acquisitions and leveraged finance.3 Presley L Warner
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Presley Warner heads the European credit and leveraged finance practice at Sullivan & Cromwell. He is principally experienced in advising on cross-border matters, counting private equity firms, corporates and financial institutions among his clients.3 Simon C RobertsAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3 |Simon Roberts has expertise within the corporate lending space. He regularly advises on domestic and international financing transactions, and is also highly capable in the field of real estate financing.- Christopher ShieldKirkland & Ellis International LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Chris McLaughlinWeil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Chris McLaughlin is regularly instructed by sponsors and financial institutions on a range of leveraged and acquisition financings. He is additionally noted for his expert representation of private debt funds.4 Clive Wells
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Clive Wells has considerable experience acting for large corporates on investment-grade transactions. His practice involves advising on all manner of financings including leveraged, acquisition and structured finance.4 David J CampbellAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |David Campbell comes recommended for his lender-side capabilities and proficiency in Nordic region transactions. He can handle both leveraged and acquisition finance, with particular expertise in investment-grade matters.4 Jeremy DuffyWhite & Case LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Jeremy Duffy is active across the finance space, noted in particular for his expertise in leveraged buyouts. He is regularly instructed by domestic and international lender-side clients, as well as corporate borrowers.4 Korey Fevzi
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Korey Fevzi draws praise for his capabilities in leveraged and acquisition financings. His clients include sponsors, funds, corporates and financial institutions, whom he advises on cross-border and domestic mandates.4 Oliver ScealesLinklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Oliver Sceales is co-head of the firm's financial sponsor leveraged finance practice. He is recognised for his skill in advising on sponsor-backed leveraged acquisition finance transactions.4 Ross AndersonPaul Hastings (Europe) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Ross Anderson is recommended for his expert representation of lenders. He centres his banking practice on private equity and leveraged finance matters.4 Stephen Short
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Co-head of the firm’s London fund finance practice, Stephen Short impresses with his expert knowledge of the space. His practice also includes domestic and international leveraged and acquisition finance, with notable expertise in an array of debt instruments.4 Taner HassanClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 4 |Taner Hassan is noted for his expertise in acting for sponsors, regularly advising private equity clients on leveraged finance matters. He has experience handling cross-border mandates involving Europe and the USA, among other jurisdictions.
Band 5
5 Annette KurdianAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Annette Kurdian regularly acts for domestic and international banks, as well as fund clients. She regularly advises on cross-border leveraged finance transactions and fund finance matters.5 Christopher DavisFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Christopher Davis is a capable adviser to both corporate and private equity clients on cross-border financings. He is noted for his expertise in leveraged and acquisition finance.5 David RobsonClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |David Robson is noted for his experience advising lenders across the financing space. He is particularly adept at handling leveraged and M&A financings.5 Edward AldredCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Edward Aldred is respected for his expertise in international finance matters. His particular areas of expertise include leveraged finance, bank/bond structures and loan products.5 Fergus Wheeler
Akin | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Fergus Wheeler has substantial expertise in direct lending matters. He acts across the capital structure, counting a number of private credit funds and alternative capital providers among his client base.5 Paul HibbertWeil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Paul Hibbert has an active finance practice advising sponsor and lender-side clients. He offers niche expertise in infrastructure finance matters as well as real estate and fund financings.5 Peter HayesPaul Hastings (Europe) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Peter Hayes is experienced in acting for sponsors, borrowers and lenders on complex leveraged and acquisition finance matters. He is recognised for his expert handling of cross-border financings.5 Philip SnellSlaughter and May | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |"Philip is a trusted adviser, who provides excellent and balanced commercial advice, which helps navigate a transaction much quicker."5 Toby S G GrimstoneLinklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 5 |Co-head of corporate and structured lending, Toby Grimstone is adept at advising on syndicated and secured bank financings. He is regularly instructed by bank and borrower clients and specialises in acquisition and general corporate financing matters.
Band 6
6 Alan J Davies
Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Alan Davies acts for domestic and international clients on a range of transactions. His finance practice spans structured, acquisition and asset finance matters, in addition to fund financing.6 Alexandra GrantMilbank LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Alexandra Grant is noted for her work on cross-border leveraged finance matters. She has particular expertise in infrastructure financing. Grant regularly acts on behalf of international investment and merchant banks.6 Colin HarleyWhite & Case LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Head of the firm's banking practice in the EMEA region, Colin Harley is a go-to in the leveraged finance space. He typically represents sponsor-side clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions.6 David IrvineLinklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |David Irvine is co-head of the firm's leveraged finance practice. He is a go-to for sponsor-side clients, regularly assisting them on big-ticket acquisition financings. He also brings an excellent understanding of Asian markets, having had expertise practising in Hong Kong.6 Greg BrownAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Gregory Brown is adept at advising financial institutions and other lenders on debt financings, as well as borrower clients. He has notable experience handling transactions in a number of other areas including emerging markets and fund finance. His recent work has seen him assisting clients on the LIBOR transition.6 Martin D HutchingsFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Martin Hutchings is noted for his adept representation of both lender and borrower-side clients. He advises on everything from cross-border financings to corporate treasury matters.6 Martin ForbesWhite & Case LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Martin Forbes advises both corporate borrowers and sponsor-side clients on a wide range of financings. He is particularly adept at handling cross-border transactions and has a keen understanding of US leveraged products.6 Matthew TobinSlaughter and May | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Matthew Tobin has particular experience advising on investment-grade financing and private equity finance matters. He is a trusted adviser to large corporates and demonstrates additional skill in real estate finance.6 Melissa SamuelAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Melissa Samuel has an international practice advising clients on matters ranging from acquisition financing to syndicated and structured lending. She has a diverse client base of both lenders and borrowers.6 Nicholas J S ClarkAllen & Overy LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Co-head of the global leveraged finance group at the firm, Nicholas Clark has a respected practice advising both lender and borrower clients. He frequently assists clients with leveraged and acquisition finance mandates.6 Oliver EdwardsLinklaters | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Oliver Edwards is co-head of corporate and structured lending and specialises in margin lending matters. He is sought after by both banks and corporates to advise on cross-border transactions.6 Peter DahlenClifford Chance LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Peter Dahlen has a practice that sees him assist both borrowers and lenders on complex financing arrangements. He has a particular focus on the Nordic region.6 Reena GognaWeil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Reena Gogna has a wealth of knowledge that spans from leveraged financings to debt restructurings. Her sophisticated client roster includes both private credit providers and traditional bank lenders.6 Richard Kitchen
King & Spalding International LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Richard Kitchen has significant experience advising both sponsor and lender-side clients. He is noted in particular for his strength in leveraged and acquisition financings, while offering additional expertise in direct lending.6 Robert BykSlaughter and May | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Robert Byk is adept at advising corporate borrowers and private equity funds on cross-border financings. He has a broad practice which spans structured acquisitions and bid financings, in addition to capital markets expertise.6 Sanjeev Dhuna
Shearman & Sterling LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Sanjeev Dhuna is recommended for his leveraged finance expertise. He acts for clients across the market, regularly advising both borrowers and lenders.6 Sarbajeet NagMilbank LLP | Banking & Finance2023 | Band 6 |Sarbajeet Nag is highlighted for his expertise in acquisition finance. He regularly advises leading financial institutions and is also well positioned to act for sponsor clients.