Thomson Geer's banking and finance team regularly advises on complex transactions and mandates surrounding all aspects of lending, from structuring and documenting loans, to settlements, due diligence, and securities. Nicholas Creed focuses on lending, enforcement, and insolvency work, and Jeff Baker is a key member advising international clients, bringing depth and experience to the practice.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Good understanding of financing risks and key strategies to best protect client interests.'

  • 'Strong negotiating skills with ability to achieve successful outcomes and ensure client’s interests protection.'

  • 'Jeff Baker stands out for his sharp commercial instincts and ability to deliver pragmatic, actionable advice.'

  • 'Thomson Geer are fast and accurate ensuring deadlines are always met.'

  • 'Dedication to client outcomes above all.'

  • 'Thomson Geer's B&F team stands out for its commitment to client-centric solutions delivered with a commercial mindset.'

Key clients

  • TTEC Holdings
  • Abyssinian Metals Limited
  • Megara Serai
  • Rockford Capital
  • Zeta Resources
  • Societe Generale
  • ING Bank
  • National Australia Bank Limited
  • MaxCap Group

Work highlights

Advising US-listed customer experience technology company TTEC on all aspects of Australian law relating to its upsized USD1.2bn Global Revolving Credit Facility.
Advising Abyssinian Metals Limited on continuing financing and refinancing for its lithium mine project in Ethiopia.
Assisting Societe Generale, ING Bank, and National Australia Bank Limited with Westgold Resources Limited's upsize of existing senior debt facilities and acquisition of Karora Resources Limited.

Other key lawyers

Nicholas Creed; Jeff Baker