Under the leadership of the 'outstanding' Paula Laird, Squire Patton Boggs provides 'clear advice' to funders (conventional banks, specialist lenders and alternative capital providers) and borrowers providing or seeking finance which uses the ABL product. Here, the firm is particularly adept at handling complex structured mandates, often involving different tranches of debt, a good number of which involve multi-jurisdictional considerations. Other key individuals include Tom Dell’Avvocato, who has 'exceptional negotiation and problem-solving skills', and Leeds-based Tom Telford, who 'combines high-quality advice with unique commercial attitude'.
Testimonials
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- 'They are able to manage complex structures, including cross-border transactions, and provide clear advice to the client.'
- 'They have a deep understanding of ABL issues for borrowers, sponsors and lenders.'
Key clients
- Apollo Global Management
- Alcentra
Work highlights
- Advised New Look retail group on its high-profile refinancing through cross-border first and second lien ABL facilities, provided by Wells Fargo and Blazehill Capital.
- Advised BZ Commercial Finance Designated Activity Company in relation to the provision of cross-border (England, Germany, Belgium, US, France) ABL facilities to the Cooper & Turner group, comprising receivables, inventory, P&M, cashflow, real property, capex and bridging facilities.