Frequently receiving instructions from both borrowers and lenders, Stevens & Bolton LLP‘s focus areas include advice on asset-based lending as well as trade, corporate, and venture debt finance. The group’s sector expertise covers financial services, real estate, healthcare, energy, and technology. Practice head Andrew Dodds is an expert in acquisition and leveraged finance, whereas the ’highly recommended’ Matthew Padian excels at the intersections of finance and insolvency. David Steinberg retired in October 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘A very strong team.'

  • ‘Matthew Padian has an excellent combination of great technical skills, an under-stated enthusiasm and dogged determination to get the deal done. Highly recommended.’

  • 'Didn’t over complicate things, and were straightforward with their advice.'

  • 'They are very hands on and commercial. They understand the key points for a bank. Great knowledge of the sector.'

Key clients

  • Rock Rail
  • OakNorth Bank plc
  • Prax Petroleum Ltd
  • Store Property Investments
  • Biggin Hill Airport

Work highlights

Advised Rock Rail on debt and equity arrangements for funding the construction, leasing and operation of trains running on the Mitteldeutsche S-Bahn (MDSB2025+) network, Leipzig.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Andrew Dodds

Other key lawyers

Matthew Padian