With expertise in Shariah-based financings, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP advises clients on banking & finance matters on a national and international basis. The teams broader expertise includes matters concerning real estate, construction, planning, corporate, tax and funds. An expert in the energy sector, Philip Withey oversees the practice having joined from Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP in April 2024. Richard Norton is a key name in the team, specialising in loan facilities and security. Manoj Vaghela advises on banking litigation and regulation. Edward Robinson specialises in aircraft and loan security.
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‘Excellent breadth and depth of knowledge. Able to deliver practical support on time.’
‘Richard Norton provides an outstanding service via a balanced and practical approach to identify solutions. He provides reliable first class support.’
Key clients
- Credit Suisse
- Royal Bank of Canada
- EFG Private Bank Limited
- Battery Ventures L.P.
- EQT Exeter
- Cynergy Bank
- Arab African International Bank
- Puma Investment
- Downing LLP
- Topland Group of Companies
Work highlights
Advising the agent in relation to the replacement of an existing lender to a provider of medical diagnostic services based in Africa and the Middle East.
Advising an Afghan telecommunications company in relation to an AFN 450,000,000 Afghan International Bank Corporation Murabaha financing.
Advising the borrower in relation to the acceptance of a £45,000,000 term loan facility agreement from Lloyds Bank plc, the provision of updated security documentation/deeds of confirmation and the refresh of property due diligence.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Philip Withey
Other key lawyers
Richard Norton; Naomi Nettleton; Manoj Vaghela; Daniel Moore; Edward Robinson