DLA Piper is noted for its capabilities in a wide array of asset-based lending transactions, acting for a range of clients involved in infrastructure, financial services, transportation and construction. The team, which is jointly led by Joseph Frew in Manchester and Sarah Day in Leeds, regularly advises on revolving funding matters, commercial refinancings and receivables matters. Frew is reputed for his ABL expertise, while Day excels in both receivables and invoice finance-focused matters.
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Testimonials
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- Excellent insight into the ABL market. Always able to highlight and address the key concerns from a risk perspective. Very responsive to questions.
- Joe Frew and Alastair Carruthers are an excellent team. They are always available when I need them, and they spot the key issues and suggest how to address them.
- The team's knowledge of ABL and a number of key sectors within the asset class is the key strength.
- DLA is one of the largest and best-known law firms -- their ABL team is local, known for quality, and relationship-driven. They are highly collaborative and happy to help us figure out ways of supporting our customers.
- Joe Frew --- ABL Partner. An industry specialist who always makes time for us as the customer. I often call JF with challenges and thoughts, and he is incredibly helpful in shaping solutions. Alastair Carruthers --- ABL Lawyer. Definitely a strong team with JF above, and to be honest, I approach both equally as above for help.
Key clients
- Close Brothers
- Secure Trust Bank
- Leumi ABL
- Aurelius Finance Company
- Gordon Brothers
- ABN Amro Commercial Finance
- Aldermore Invoice Finance
- BNP Paribas Commercial Finance
- Payoneer
- Close Invoice Finance
- ING Wholesale Banking
- Deutsche Bank
- AIG Europe S.A.
- Shawbrook Bank Business Credit
- ING Commercial Finance
- Bibby Financial Services
- Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A., "Rabobank"
- Almastone
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Joseph Frew
Practice head
Joseph Frew; Sarah Day
Other key lawyers
Allan Leal; Stephen Bottley