Lauded as a ‘go-to within the East Midlands market’, the Leicester-based practice Howes Percival LLP is knowledgeable of a broad range of corporate finance matters. Practice head Haydon Simmonds is praised as ’extremely commercial and knowledgeable’ and is experienced in advising lenders and borrowers on leveraged and acquisition financings. Katherine Cereghino is well-versed in real estate finance transactions in the healthcare sector, while Faye Meredith handles cross-border banking transactions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Howes Percival are extremely well-regarded and their banking team is a go-to within the East Midlands market.'
- 'The Howes Percival banking team have a strong profile locally and work on a good volume of local banking deals.'
- 'Howes Percival have a diverse offering of services covering all client needs, they have made great strides compared to other competitors in the market to be a client-centric firm. They are specialists in their given fields and have deep knowledge of various sectors.'
- 'Katherine Cereghino is a great asset to Howes Percival. We have worked with a number of law firms and Katherine’s ability to handle any situation in a calm and methodical manner sets her apart from many of her peers.'
- 'Katherine Cereghino is very approachable, understanding, and is always available for a conversation.'
- 'Haydon Simmons is a very competent and approachable lawyer, his communication and knowledge of the banking process we worked on recently was excellent.'
- 'Haydon Simmons is personable as well as extremely commercial and knowledgeable when it comes to banking and finance.'
- 'Haydon Simmonds and Faye Meredith are very experienced and knowledgeable. They are calm and unflustered.'
Key clients
- HSBC UK Bank plc
- National Westminster Bank plc
- Santander UK Plc
- Handelsbanken Plc
- RQ Capital Limited
- Barclays Bank plc
- Lloyds Bank plc
- Bank of Scotland plc
- Cambridge and Counties Bank plc
- The Property Investor Partnership Limited
Work highlights
Advised on a multimillion-pound working capital package for one of the leading national house builders based in the East Midlands.
Advised on a multimillion-pound funding package supporting the EOT of a National automotive retailer.
Advised on a multimillion funding package for a private equity backed healthcare business based in the East Midlands to support acquisitions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Haydon Simmonds
Other key lawyers
Katherine Cereghino; Faye Meredith