Clayton Utz‘s ’preeminent’, restructuring and insolvency team offers deep experience in advising various stakeholders in the financial services, energy and resources, and project and asset services sectors. With a specialism in distressed asset financing, team head Nick Poole assists with the reviewing of financing agreements and restructuring negotiations. Cameron Belyea handles capital restructuring and recoveries, while Talia Lirosi often advises investment fund clients on asset realisation and enforcement matters. Paul James advises financial services clients on the full range of related work, including complex and significant negotiations. Maria O’Brien joined from Baker McKenzie in May 2024.
Testimonials
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‘The Clayton Utz team is one of the preeminent restructuring and insolvency teams in the Australian market. The partners are known for their significant experience in complex matters and the quality of work they produce. Our experience with them has always been extremely positive.’
‘Paul James is the preeminent insolvency and restructuring lawyer in the Australian market. Excellent technical skill and significant experience in advising on complex matters. You know you are in safe hands when Paul is running a matter for you.’
Key clients
- FTI Consulting
- McGrathNicol
Work highlights
- Advising KPMG partners as receivers and managers of Porter Davis Homes.
- Advising GFG on global restructuring negotiations with financial creditors including German administrators appointed to Greensill Bank following the collapse of Greensill Capital in March 2021.