Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP's real estate finance team is a key advisor for some of the world’s largest alternative asset managers on their most complex financing mandates. Borrower-side expert Tom Lloyd regularly handles financing and refinancing transactions involving European hotels, logistics, and residential assets. Lloyd is ably supported by James Esterkin, whose practice encompasses the entire deal lifecycle, from acquisitions and development financing, to debt restructuring. Edward Hampson advises private equity and corporate clients on credit transactions.
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‘Thorough knowledge of sector. Very organised, proactive and commercial approach. Excellent collaboration with sponsors and in-house legal teams.’
‘Commercial and thorough approach coupled by proactiveness and punctual feedback stands out.'
‘Good strength and depth throughout the team from Partner to the more junior team members.’
‘Always willing to go the extra mile, understands our business as well as an employee. Great to bounce ideas off and provides consistently great guidance.'
'Really strong team led by Tom Lloyd. Edd Hampson and James Esterkin are also super strong and are diversifying their client base and have a strong team behind them.'
'Edd Hampson and James Esterkin are very strong and great to work with. They really drive through deals.'
Key clients
- Apollo Global Management
- Bain Capital Credit
- Blackstone
- Edyn Investments
- HIP
- IQ Student Accommodation
- KKR Real Estate
- Mileway
- TDR Capital
- Indurent
Work highlights
Advising Mileway and Blackstone on the combined refinancing of a portfolio of logistics properties across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Denmark, and Sweden
Advising Hotel Investment Partners on the extension of a high-value loan for Blackstone’s hotel investment vehicle in southern Europe, Hotel Investment Partners.
Advising Blackstone Real Estate on the acquisition of an 80% stake in a pan-European logistics portfolio owned by the Johannesburg-listed Burstone Group.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Tom Lloyd
Other key lawyers
Edd Hampson; James Esterkin