DLA Piper is considered to be a ‘go-to firm for any transactions in Scotland’, leveraging a wealth of expertise in both domestic and cross-border financings. Allan Leal steers the banking and finance practice group and is recognised as an authority in real estate finance work; Leal is also noted for his strength in acquisition financing and expertise in technology, financial services, and energy mandates. Craig Hunter and Jessica Zajda are further key lawyers of note in the team.
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Key clients
- Societe Generale
- Clydesdale Bank trading as Virgin Money
- Aareal Bank
- Gordon Brothers
- Oaknorth Bank
- Leonardo Hotels
- Natwest Bank
- Lumi Global
Work highlights
Advised nine banks, led by Societe Generale and Caisse d'Epargne CEPAC, on the Scottish and English law aspects of financing the acquisition of a division of Seacontractors Beheer 2BV by Jifmar Group.
Advising Aareal Bank on a loan of circa €200 million to finance the acquisition of a pan-European hotel portfolio of five lifestyle assets under the Hoxton and Mama Shelter brands.
Lawyers
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Allan Leal
Other key lawyers
Craig Hunter; Jessica Zajda