Hogan Lovells has carved out a niche in private credit deployment, regularly acting for funds, asset managers, alternative capital providers, and special situations investors. Team head Jonathan Leitch recently advised an ad hoc group of bondholders on the complex restructuring of USD 300 million convertible bonds. Litigator Chris Dobby is a highly respected figure in the market, often instructed by court-appointed liquidators in major corporate collapses. Louise Leung is a key name for banks and borrowers in relation to real estate sector financings. Shantay Cong is also central to the team’s ongoing successes in the space.
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Testimonials
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- 'Hogan excels as they have built a legal business that is focused on the future, the cutting edge of legal evolution.'
- 'You don’t work with just partners at Hogan, you build a strategic relationship with the firm that benefits your business and its employees.’
‘Jonathan Leitch is one such partner at Hogan who embodies the spirit of partnership and guiding hand — he is willing to quickly adapt to a particular situation and brainstorm a possible course of action in collaboration with the client needs.'
‘Great team - with depth of experience and key senior partners who get deals done. ’
‘Chris Dobby and Jonathan Leitch - When working cross-border, flexibility on availability is important and these guys are consistently sensitive to the needs and requirements of their global clients. ’
‘The Hogan Lovells restructuring and insolvency team stands in a league of its own. What sets them apart is their deep bench strength, relentless focus on commercial outcomes, and ability to execute seamlessly across borders and time zones.'
Key clients
- Madison Pacific
- Ares SSG
- Kroll
- Citicorp International Limited
- Oaktree Capital Management
- SC Lowy
- FTI Consulting
- Teneo
- China Construction Bank
- PricewaterhouseCoopers
Work highlights
Advised an ad hoc committee of bondholders on the restructuring by way of BVI scheme of arrangement of US$200m of notes issued by Yestar Healthcare Holdings Company Limited.
Advised an ad hoc group of bondholders on the restructuring by way of pre-packed Singapore scheme of arrangement of US$300m 5.25% Convertible Bonds due 2026 issued by Novaland.
Acting for Mr Wong in respect of three actions primarily related to various disputes arising from the liquidation of China Properties Group Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jonathan Leitch
Other key lawyers
Chris Dobby; Louise Leung; Shantay Cong; Derrick Lau