Ward Hadaway LLP’s full-service banking and finance team acts for lenders and borrowers on matters relating to corporate and leveraged lending structures, real estate and structured finance, and asset-backed lending. Additionally, the ‘exceptional’ team has recently seen an increase in instructions concerning development and growth capital investments for non-bank lenders. The ’pragmatic, determined, and thorough’ Imogen Holland oversees the department and takes point on acquisition finance and real estate finance, and also has a strong practice advising private equity and venture capital-backed borrowers on private equity transactions and structuring priorities. Simon Errington attracts praise for his proficiency in property finance transactions.
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‘Strong collaboration between the different teams at Ward Hadaway means you are getting the correct experience in the correct places at all times. Good communication during a transaction, easy to speak to and can explain things in a simple way where required but equally good to have on the side during legal negotiations. ’
‘Simon Errington is accessible and approachable, happy to answer queries and resolve complex issues. Good person to have on our side in property transactions.'
'Imogen Holland - Very approachable and knowledgeable, happy to discuss matters and provide informal advice when required. Great attention to detail and has provided invaluable support to the bank. ’
‘The team led by Imogen Holland at Ward Hadaway have been exceptional in their understanding of our companies' requirements and that of our funders.'
‘Imogen Holland is always available, pragmatic, determined and thorough. Couldn't wish for a better relationship with an advisor.’
‘We are extremely happy with all services provided by Ward Hadaway. They assist us in complying with business timescales on each occasion. ’
‘Imogen Holland - extremely knowledgeable and up to date on market trends and always provides sound, pragmatic and comprehensive advice and assistance. ’
Key clients
- Royal Bank of Scotland plc/National Westminster Bank plc
- Santander UK plc
- Lloyds Bank plc
- Develop North PLC and Tier One Capital Limited
- GB Bank Limited
- Clydesdale Bank plc trading as Yorkshire Bank/Virgin Money
- North East LEP
- OakNorth Bank plc
- Inn Collection Group
- Prefequity LLP
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Imogen Holland
Other key lawyers
Simon Errington