Burges Salmon LLP
The structured finance practice at Burges Salmon LLP is ‘proficient, with great attention to detail, and gets the job done’. Clients note that ‘the team is highly knowledgeable and work around the client’s needs’. The firm is a key adviser on derivatives matters for numerous high-profile clients such as Lloyds Bank, Investec Bank, and Barratt Homes. Experienced partner Graham Soar leads the practice and is frequently called upon to advise on the negotiation of ISDA master agreements and related credit support agreements. He recently worked with director Alistair Rattray to assist Investec with £30m senior secured term loan facilities made available to SWEN Impact Fund for Transition (SWIFT) for the purpose of financing its investment in a portfolio of anaerobic digestion (AD) assets in the UK. The loan featured a loan-linked swap and required advice on a suite of ISDA, intercreditor and facility documentation to implement the hedging policy.
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Testimonials
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- 'We've worked with Burges Salmon for a number of years - they are proficient, display great attention to detail and get the job done.'
- 'The team is highly knowledgeable and work around the client's needs. They're engaging and always available for support. We've found them to be useful counsel for various pieces of advice.'
Key clients
- Investec Bank plc
- Lloyds Bank Plc
- Julian Hodge Bank
- Barratt Homes
Work highlights
- Advised Investec Bank on the senior secured term loan facilities made available to SWEN Impact Fund for Transition (SWIFT) for the purpose of financing its investment in a portfolio of anaerobic digestion (AD) assets in the UK.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Graham Soar