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Well-regarded for its ability to find ‘pragmatic solutions to difficult matters and achieving results that work for all parties’, the team at Stephenson Harwood LLP specialises in structured and aviation finance as well as shipping and offshore finance. Counting major financial institutions, banks, lessors, and lessees among its key roster of clients, the team’s expertise covers both contentious and non-contentious issues, with extensive experience in handling restructurings and refinancing, as well as lease transactions, sales, purchases, and portfolio management within the aviation sector. Co-head Gregg Johnston is involved in loan portfolio transfers related to international bank mergers and group reorganisations. Fellow co-head Saugata Mukherjee stands out for his expertise in derivatives and structured products. Huay Yee Kwan continues to assist on high-profile matters, focusing on PRC leasing, and Pedram Norton advises on all aspects of ship finance, workouts, debt structuring and financing. Other notable individuals include: Jeffrey Tanner, who is noted for his strong sector focus on maritime and offshore energy; Gregory Xu, who is recommended for his experience advising on complex financing; and Clement Leung, who regularly advises on the hedging aspects of aviation finance transactions.
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'This team consistently and efficiently delivers the best quality legal work and works around the clock to ensure that our interests are well protected even when the closing timeline is very tight and the transaction is very complex. We also greatly appreciate the partner's heavy involvement and the team's responsiveness throughout the entire documentation process.’
‘Exceptional knowledge in the industry with diverse deal experience.'
Key clients
- Cebu Pacific
- Cebu Air, Inc.
Work highlights
Advised Cebu Pacific on a series of leasing transactions and a $123 million Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) financing.
Advised Transportation Partners with respect to extension and restructuring of financing relating to thirteen B737-900ER aircraft.