Swinburne Maddison LLP’s Durham-based banking team advises a broad range of clients, including individuals, companies, developers, and a mix of banks and second and third-tier lenders. The firm is active across commercial and development finance matters, often supporting complex property transactions. Victoria Walton leads the team, with a strong background in commercial property and overseeing the firm’s development and finance services. Gillian Moir contributes significant experience in property law, frequently acting for both lenders and borrowers in property-related finance transactions.
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Key clients

  • Atom Bank Plc
  • Handelsbanken Plc

Work highlights

Acting on behalf of Atom Bank plc in connection with 141 separate instructions, with a cumulative lending total of over £80.9m.
Practice head

Victoria Walton

Other key lawyers

Gillian Moir; Charlotte Excell