‘With its finger on the pulse’, Burges Salmon LLP advises clients in a wide range of sectors, frequently assisting insolvency practitioners, restructuring advisers, clearing banks and alternative lenders. The firm is also well-versed in supporting clients in distressed contexts within the public sector. The practice is headed by Andrew Eaton, who is experienced in handling distressed M&A matters. Colin Ligman is a key member of the team, advising funders and fixed-charge receivers in distressed real estate. Emily Scaife assists clients across the UK with administration. Noted by clients for being ’really good at leading on deals’, Nick Middleton is another name of note.
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‘It is knowledgeable and with its finger on the pulse.’
‘Nick Middleton is a key member of the team and a key contact. Really good at leading on deals or simply being a sounding stone at the other end of the line.'
- 'Emily Scaife is also well regarded and very responsive.’
‘Excellent team, provide thorough and detailed work. Responsive, helpful and professional.’
'Emily Scaife and Nikita Goodwill is a key contact.'
Key clients
- Exedy Clutch Europe Limited
- Savalas Ltd. (in Administration)
- RSM UK Restructuring Advisory LLP
- FRP Advisory Trading Limited
- BDO LLP
- Interpath Ltd
- FTI Consulting LLP
- PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
- Grant Thornton UK LLP
Work highlights
Acted for Exedy Clutch Europe Limited in relation to its acquisition of certain assets of Saietta Group Plc and Saietta Sunderland Plant Limited (both in Administration).
Advised Savalas Ltd., a Glasgow-based post-production facility, and its joint administrators from RSM UK Restructuring Advisory on the pre-pack administration sale of Savalas’ business and assets to a company controlled by its management.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nick Middleton
Practice head
Andrew Eaton
Other key lawyers
James Sutherland; Clive Pugh; Emily Scaife; Nick Middleton; Nikita Goodwill