The ‘diverse and committed’ restructuring and insolvency offering at A&O Shearman is well-regarded for its ’hands-on mentality and an ability to simply get things done’. The team has a strong reputation for its capabilities handling the array of work, including advising on the restructurings and workouts of companies in financial distress, and on the structuring of new deals. The matters the team works on are frequently international in context and involve ultra-high-values, while its client portfolio features well-known companies, private equity investors, and financial institutions. The group is headed up by Sigrid Jansen, who is described as being ‘strong commercially’ and has particular expertise in corporate finance, secured lending and distressed debt trading work. The ’swift and to-the-point’ Aroen Kuitenbrouwer is a key practitioner in the team, as is cross-border work focused Andrew Thomas. Duco Postma departed to Dentons in September 2023.
Testimonials
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‘Sigrid Jansen, Kelly Visser-van der Vooren and Aroen Kuitenbrouwer are dedicated and good at discussing best options.'
‘The team has a hands-on mentality and an ability to simply get things done. Their swift and clear advice strongly supports our decision making. They provide comprehensive advice across various disciplines which is very valuable.’
Key clients
- Vroon Holding B.V.
- IHC Merwede Holding B.V
Work highlights
- Advising Vroon Group B.V. and Lamo Holding B.V. on the corporate and financial restructuring of the Vroon Group.
- Advising IHC Merwede Holding in relation to the restructuring of their €1.1bn syndicated facilities agreement (which is partially ECA backed), which has been provided by a syndicate of 9 banks.