Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a key adviser to credit funds, which play an increasingly prominent role in the securitisation market. ‘Client-focused, thoughtful and hardworking’ structured and asset-backed finance specialist Will Trotman and real estate finance partner Eleanor Hunwicks are the standout practitioners. They frequently handle commercial real estate securitisations, as well as transactions linked to the issuance of securities backed by accounts receivable. Hunwicks recently acted for the special servicer on a £280m CMBS deal.
Testimonials
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‘A strong firm for real estate and real estate finance. More recently showing strength in REF and structured finance.’
‘Will Trotman – client-focused, thoughtful and hardworking. Everyone likes working with Will. He is enthusiastic and keen to build his practice. Recognises his and the firm's strengths and weaknesses. Honesty is important when building relationships between client and advisers.’
Key clients
- CBRE Loan Services
- Situs International
- Trimont Real Estate Advisors
- Apex (formerly Sanne)
- Mount Street
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
William Trotman, Eleanor Hunwicks