Browne Jacobson LLP‘s banking and finance team is well-known in the market for representing a range of lenders, funders, and corporates on financing transactions involving bilateral and syndicated lending platforms, often including structured finance, private equity funding, project finance, and asset-based lending. Emma Hinton heads the banking and finance team in the Midlands, with a particular focus on non-bank funders, as well as the health and social care sectors.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Really personable service and strong in all departments in the Banking and Finance team. We have multiple layers of contact on each deal we work with and they are able to provide us with expert advice where specialist advice is required.' 

  • ‘The individuals we work with always take their time to really understand the granular detail of every deal we ask them to look at. I would like to call out Paul Ray in the Birmingham team, as he is absolutely fantastic to work with. He leads the team expertly and takes time out to understand precisely what is required and then provides a solution and team approach to cover the deal.'

  • 'I would mention Chereta Edmeade in the Banking & Finance team in Birmingham. We have worked closely on a few deals with Chereta and she is superb in explaining the finer details to us and offering mitigating solutions.'

  • 'Browne Jacobson is particularly well-regarded for its work in specific sectors, including health, education, and insurance. This sector-focused approach allows the firm to develop a deep understanding of its clients' industries, which can lead to more tailored and effective legal solutions.'

  • 'The firm prioritises a strong client relationship philosophy, emphasising understanding client needs and delivering services that align with their objectives.'

  • 'The Birmingham banking team at Browne Jacobson are excellent. They always ensure a senior partner on each case, however a lot of the communication is done via excellent and knowledgeable associates. The team also leans on other areas of the law firm for expertise and I always receive a thorough and fast response.'

Key clients

  • HSBC
  • Virgin Money
  • NatWest
  • Santander
  • Lloyds
  • RBSIF
  • ThinCats
  • Investec
  • Cynergy Bank
  • Rcapital
  • Oaknorth
  • Emirates NBD
  • Frontier Develpment Capital
  • Beechbrook
  • Growth Lending
  • Locke Capital
  • Blazehill
  • Haywain
  • PBE Group
  • Indivior

Practice head

Emma Hinton

Other key lawyers

Paul Ray; Chereta Edmeade