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Winston & Strawn LLP

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An ‘excellent transatlantic practice with strong ties into continental Europe’, Winston & Strawn LLP handles a growing volume of instructions relating to take-privates, private-to-privates, and carve-outs. The group is jointly led by Paul Amiss and Nicholas Usher, with the former noted as a ’standout’ partner who expertly handles public M&A, and the latter ‘a perfect deal captain’ for complex, cross-border transactions. Ian Borman's broad remit encompasses debt financing, junior capital transactions, and joint ventures. Other key figures include Mohima Khanom, a crucial supporting presence across a number of domestic and multijurisdictional deals.
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  • ‘Very able and diverse team that provide a hugely personalised approach and vast array of specialisations. We have worked closely with the commercial and litigation team and from the partners to the associates there is a high calibre of lawyers.’

  • ‘They have a personalised, tailor-made approach and are prompt to respond to any queries. Issues of any nature are always resolved with ease. The standout partner is Paul Amiss.’

  • ‘Excellent transatlantic practice with strong ties to continental Europe.’

  • ‘Nick Usher drives deals forward and is a great guy to work with.’

  • ‘Practical, eyes on the prize, problem solvers.’

  • ‘Nicholas Usher stands out. The perfect deal captain for a multijurisdictional transaction.’

Key clients

  • Sun Capital Partners
  • Volery Capital Partners
  • Argand Partners
  • Water Street Healthcare Partners
  • Kainos Capital Limited
  • Tiger Infrastructure Partners, LP
  • Capdesia Group Limited
  • Industrial Opportunity Partners LLC
  • Adams Street Partners
  • Hudson Hill Capital LLC

Work highlights

  • Represented Sun Capital Partners in connection with the £250m investment mandate with Santander-owned alternatives manager, Deva Capital.
  • Represented Capdesia Group and TORIDOLL Holdings on their acquisition of The Fulham Shore PLC, who operate Franco Manca and The Real Greek restaurant chains.
  • Represented Abercross Holdings and members of the Saudi Royal Family in connection with their investments in a $1.5bn luxury real estate development project in the Caribbean.

Lawyers

Practice head

Paul Amiss; Nicholas Usher

Other key lawyers

Ian Borman; Mohima Khanom