Paul Hastings LLP

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.