England - East Midlands • Finance
Shoosmiths LLP
Demonstrating a wealth of experience in leveraged, acquisition and real estate finance, Shoosmiths LLP combines the bench strength of its Nottingham and Birmingham offices to advise traditional lenders and corporate borrowers. David Adams divides his time between the two offices and is also the key figure for pensions and education finance and asset-based lending. Senior associate Victoria Chan, based in Nottingham, is also noted.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Great collaboration is seen from this firm. The firm always finds solutions to problems during a deal and helps smooth the process. We always deal with the same individuals in the team and so building a great relationship on both a business and personal basis.'
- 'David Adams and Victoria Chan are always on hand to discuss new or existing deals. It is easier to talk through the deal requirements with them and they make good suggestions for a smooth transaction for the client.'
Key clients
- Santander Bank Plc
- Investec Bank Plc
- ABN AMRO
- Close Brothers Invoice Finance
- TFC Europe Limited
- Shawbrook Bank Limited
- Secure Trust Bank Plc
- Key Media UK Limited
- Novuna
- First Southern National Bank
Work highlights
- Advised Foresight Group and TFC Europe (a supplier of technical fasteners across Europe) on the sale and purchase of TFC to US-based AFC Industries.
- Acted for Shawbrook Bank in relation to a facilities agreement and receivables financing agreement with Titan Engineering Group to support the transfer of ownership from longstanding shareholders to members of the management team.
- Acted as advisers and project managers to Key Media Group and its management team in relation to the investment and exit to Housatonic, multiple pre-close global reorganisations, and a facility provided by National Bank of Canada.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Adams