Traditionally best-known for its work for officeholders and lenders on domestic restructuring and insolvency matters but increasingly active in cross-border mandates through increased collaboration with key offices in Europe and the US. Dentons has strong coverage across a wide array of contentious and non-contentious matters. Team head Sue Moore is a ‘great strategic thinker’ who is appreciated for her ’very collaborative’ approach. Moore is one of many in the team that are well-versed at handling complex insolvency litigation matters, with Ian Fox being another notable name, including as it relates to global asset recovery. Other key contacts include the ‘highly experienced’ Luci Mitchell-Fry, Tessa Blank and the ’very bright’ Jonathan Sears.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Strong bench, deep experience of domestic and cross-border work and no-nonsense, practical advice.'
- 'Sue Moore is a top-class lawyer, a great strategic thinker and very collaborative.'
- 'Sue Moore's practical approach to problem-solving is absolutely outstanding.'
- 'Luci Mitchell-Fry is a highly experienced, go-to solicitor for banks and regulators, popular with clients and has excellent technical ability.'
- 'Jonathan Sears definitely stands out - very bright and with an ability to get to grips with the most complex cases.'
- 'Bethan Griffith - very experienced, responsive and excellent drafting skills.'
Key clients
- Teneo
- Alix Partners
- PwC
- EY
- Kroll
- Official Receiver
- Evelyn Partners
- Zetland Capital
- GLAS Trust Corporation
- Deloitte
- API Heat Transfer
Work highlights
Advised Zetland Capital on the successful pre-pack administration of Typhoo Tea.
Advised the Official Receiver on the successful sale of assets of the SK:N group to UK eyecare chain, Optical Express.
Advised the board of Britishvolt on restructuring options amid financial distress, including contingency planning with EY for potential administration.
Lawyers
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.
Jonathan Sears
Practice head
Sue Moore
Other key lawyers
Ian Fox; Richard Pallot-Cook; Luci Mitchell Fry; Tessa Blank; Mark Price; Bethan Griffith; Jonathan Sears; Felicity Jordan