
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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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
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Joseph Frew
Practice head
Joseph Frew; Sarah Day
Other key lawyers
Allan Leal; Stephen Bottley
