Experienced in cross-border and domestic ABL transactions, Mayer Brown International LLP is reputed for the depth of its expertise across the full range of asset-focused transactions. Led by Alex Dell, a key adviser on a number of professional services-focused mandates, the firm is regularly engaged by market-leading financial institutions and key alternative lenders. Dell excels in professional services-focused mandates, while Dominic Griffiths advises on the full range of structured finance matters. Simon Fisher is noted for his considerable experience in multi-jurisdictional matters, while Victoria Thompson regularly advises across the entire lifecycle of an ABL transaction. Ravi Amin and Veronica Lee are also recommended.
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Testimonials

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  • Victoria Thompson is our go-to partner for ABL transactions, and we believe she is one of the most experienced lawyers in this field in the UK.
  • Breadth of experience across multiple finance disciplines. UK and US capabilities.
  • Victoria Thompson and Simon Fisher are very responsive, provide top-level quality of work, and are easy to deal with.
  • There is great depth of quality in the team for this niche. It is straightforward to deal with.
  • Victoria Thompson stands out for her willingness to invest time to help with structuring deals at the term sheet stage and with the business teams more widely. Once a deal moves to execution, she is always engaged and available, as well as being technically strong.
  • Mayer Brown brings a depth of ABL financing experience to bear with several partners and good quality associates. They have a lot of receivables financing experience in cross-border transactions and have good teams in Paris and Germany as well, which is unusual.
  • A strong bench of expertise. Always trying to anticipate the next steps and think ahead.
  • Ravi Amin. Diligent, responsive, and practical. Able to cut through noise and drive deals to close.
  • What makes them unique is their depth of knowledge. They understand the market (locally and internationally) in a way that sets them apart.
  • Mayer Brown is an expert in its field and has deep sector knowledge that enables our underwriting processes. Partners are always available to answer any of our questions and are very commercial in their problem-solving ability.

Key clients

  • Airswift
  • Banco Santander
  • Barclays
  • BNP Paribas
  • BZ Private Capital Solutions
  • Citigroup
  • Credit Agricole (CA-CIB)
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Ellington Management Group
  • Jefferies
  • ING
  • Macquarie Bank Limited
  • Wells Fargo

Work highlights

Acting for long-term client, the Airswift group of companies, a global workforce solutions provider, in connection with a refinance of its cross-border asset-based lending credit facility provided by JPMorgan Chase Bank.
Representing HSBC Invoice Finance UK Limited in respect of an asset-based lending facility arranged by PNC Bank, National Association and made available to the Segen Group, a global renewables distributor, in England, USA and Germany.
Representing BZ Private Credit Solutions as lender in a bespoke asset-focussed transaction where BZ funded the acquisition of a group of personal injury law firms utilising a quasi-ABL structure.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Alex Dell

Other key lawyers

Dominic Griffiths; Simon Fisher; Victoria Thompson; Ravi Amin; Veronica Lee