Noted for its significant creditor-focused leveraged finance practice, Paul Hastings LLP maintains a strong position in London’s high-yield market with a team recognised for its technical expertise, covering high yield bond deals alongside Term Loan B and private credit structures. The London practice primarily focuses on creditor-side work but also regularly advises sponsors and issuers on new issuances, restructurings, and liability management exercises, including bond buybacks and exchanges. Practice head Patrick Bright is regarded as a ‘fantastic counsel, always level-headed and solutions-oriented.’ Maximilian Kirchner advises investment banks, corporates, and private equity sponsors. Jemma Lohr McPherson, who was recently promoted to partner, also comes recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Worked with Maximilian Kirchner directly on many occasions. Max would always be seen leading calls and providing his undivided attention.'
- 'In terms of advice, they are among the most agile, proactive, and thorough lawyers that I have worked with. I think that is their key strength.'
Key clients
- J.P. Morgan
- Goldman Sachs
Work highlights
Advised the initial purchasers on the offering of €750 million 5.375% senior secured notes due 2029 as part of the financing for TPG’s proposed acquisition of Techem, a German energy service provider, from Partners Group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Patrick Bright
Other key lawyers
Maximilian Kirchner; Jemma Lohr McPherson