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. Edward Holmes has an increasing market presence, particularly on sponsor-driven financings and acquisition-related work. Jemma Lohr McPherson, who was recently promoted to partner, also comes recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Maximilian Kirchner is extremely hands-on and on top of all matters, often reviewing, editing and resolving situations directly vs. relying on his team. Team is also high calibre, highly responsive and constructive when resolving issues.’
‘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.'
'I have mainly worked with Patrick Bright, and to a lesser extent Jemma McPherson. Patrick is a fantastic counsel, always level-headed and solutions-oriented. I also think highly of Jemma.'
Key clients
- J.P. Morgan
- Goldman Sachs
- BNP PARIBAS
- Morgan Stanley
- Bank of America
- Barclays
- Deutsche Bank
- Jefferies
- UBS
- RBC
- Itelyum
- Kiloutou
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.
Advised a syndicate of initial purchasers led by RBC Capital Markets, including Barclays, Morgan Stanley, UBS, BNP PARIBAS, Crédit Agricole CIB and Deutsche Bank, in connection with the successful bridge financing and offering of $825 million of senior secured fixed rate notes due 2032 in connection with Stonepeak’s acquisition of Forgital.
Advised a syndicate of initial purchasers led by Jefferies, including Barclays, BofA Securities, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, NatWest, and UBS, in connection with the successful offering of $900 million of senior secured fixed rate notes due 2031 by Cerdia.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Patrick Bright
Other key lawyers
Maximilian Kirchner; Edward Holmes; Paul Hastings; Jemma Lohr McPherson