Linklaters LLP handles a diverse spectrum of finance transaction types, and has a strong track record in project and acquisition finance, asset-based facilities, special situation and distressed finance, and an array of leveraged finance mandates. Danelle Le Cren, based in New York, leads the practice, and is frequently sought after for her experience in cross-border financing that encompasses fund and asset finance, infrastructure financing and restructurings. Michael Bassett has over 30 years' experience in advising banks, funds, equity sponsors and investors in a number of project and infrastructure finance matters. Philip Lee is experienced in syndicated and bilateral facilities, along with ship and project financing. Mark Dawson and Andres Loera are also worth noting for asset-based lending transactions
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Testimonials
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- 'Expertise in various areas and timely responsiveness. Communicating key points in a simplified and organized manner.'
- 'Responsiveness, ability to quickly resolve issues, and thoroughness.'
- 'The team stands out for their seamless, round-the-clock support, delivered through close collaboration with their colleagues across global jurisdictions. This integrated and collaborative approach ensures clients receive timely, consistent and coordinated advice wherever matters arise.'
- 'Individuals within the team are highly proactive, combining robust legal analysis with decisive, strategic advice.'
- 'Very collaborative, practical and overall effective team under Danelle's leadership.'
- 'The team is highly accessible and consistently provides prompt responses. They demonstrate a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach and reliably deliver high-quality outputs.'
- 'Danelle Le Cren is highly collaborative and very easy to work with. She is consistently available and provides pragmatic, well-considered advice. Phil Lee is also easy to work with and provides high-quality output.'
Key clients
- Banco Santander, S.A.
- Bank of America
- BBVA
- Citibank, N.A.
- Credit Agricole Commercial Investment Bank
- Deutsche Bank
- HSBC Bank USA National Association
Work highlights
Advising the lead structuring banks in Telecom Argentina’s $970 million acquisition financing of Telefónica Móviles Argentina.
Practice head
Danelle Le Cren
Other key lawyers
Michael Bassett; Philip Lee; Mark Dawson; Andres Loera