Alasdair Hunter > Bedell Cristin > St Helier, Jersey > Lawyer Profile

Bedell Cristin‘s ‘diligent, commercial and very user-friendly’ practice advises clients on a range of debt transactions, including securitisations, structured finance, high yield bonds and derivative transactions, and is increasingly advising on CLO matters. The firm is also frequently called upon to act as a listing agent, an area of expertise for practice head Alasdair Hunter, who also advises on securitisations and CLO deals structured through Jersey. Senior associate Louise Ridgway advises clients on debt and equity listings on TISE, with further expertise in matters concerning high yield bonds.

Bedell Cristin advises financial sector clients, including major international banks and private equity houses, on a range of transactions, advising on leveraged and acquisition finance deals, with further expertise in Islamic finance and real estate transactions. Alasdair Hunter heads up the practice, assisting US and EU investments banks, asset managers and credit funds with loan origination, restructuring and enforcement matters. Global managing partner Tim Pearce specialises in real estate and corporate finance transactions, while counsel Antony Clerehugh and senior associate Malcolm Ellis act on a range of financing structures. Promoted to managing associate in September 2022, Louise Hassell assists lenders with a range of financing matters. Mark Dunlop has moved to Walkers‘ London office.

Bedell Cristin‘s ‘consistent and knowledgeable approach’ allows it to take on lead counsel roles in cross-border transactions, with particular expertise in private equity and real estate deals. The firm is also frequently instructed on restructuring matters, and also provides advice on regulatory issues. Global managing partner Tim Pearce spearheads the practice, with a strong M&A practice in addition to his banking and finance work. Guy Westmacott is an M&A specialist and also offers assistance with competition and financial services regulations, while Alasdair Hunter handles insolvency and restructuring matters. Senior associate Natasha Bairstow acts on a range of M&A and restructuring matters.