Often working in conjunction with the firm’s M&A team on debt transactions, the leveraged finance team at Freshfields is well-versed in investment-grade lending and recapitalizations. Working out of New York, Allison Liff is highly proficient at asset-based lending, acquisition financing, and liability management transactions. Damien Ridealgh is a key port of call for credit funds on hybrid credit financing, leveraged financing, and capital solutions. Kyle Lakin’s broad caseload encompasses restructuring transactions and corporate financing, he is also a strong choice for investment funds, financial sponsors, and private equity institutions.
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Key clients
- Sonoco Products Company
- Oracle Corporation
Work highlights
Advised Sonoco on a bond offering and two term loan facilities.
Practice head
Allison Liff; Damian Ridealgh; Kyle Lakin