Banking & Finance | UK

The lender-focused practice at Hugh James advises a number of major banks on all aspects of their commercial lending and has a strong reputation for representing lenders in real estate finance transactions. The team also assists clients with debt refinancing and corporate restructurings. The firm has extensive experience assisting government entities with development loans in a range of industries.

Acuity Law is well known for its work with borrowers and for its expertise in real estate and property development finance. The firm also advises a range of bank and building society clients. The team is adept at handling a full range of mandates, including mezzanine finance and investment financing.

Capital Law has a notable banking team with expertise in property and development finance, including advising banks on security and facility agreements for large and complex property portfolios. Other clients include charitable funding organisations and asset managers.

Blake Morgan handles corporate and real estate financing, assisting clients with acquisition financing and development financing. The firm works with a number of national banks and acts for borrowers on mid-market transactions. The team's further areas of expertise include social housing financing and regulatory matters.

Clarke Willmott focuses on corporate, property and development finance. The team also offers extensive expertise in social housing finance. The firm's clients include banks, other financial institutions, building societies and public bodies.