Recognised as ‘the go-to experts in this sector’, Addleshaw Goddard advises domestic and international banks, building societies, and major financial institutions on a broad range of finance-related matters, including underwritings, primary syndications, and debt transfers, across the energy, healthcare, transport, and retail sectors. The ’excellent’ practice head Andrew Fordham brings over fifteen years of experience, focusing on corporate banking, acquisition and leveraged finance, and asset-based lending, both in the UK and across borders. Fordham is supported by Geoff McGinley, who is a name to note in relation to the housing and education sectors, and Nick Barlow, the ‘go-to banking partner’, who advises on sustainability-linked loan agreements and transactions in the education sector.
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Testimonials
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- 'They routinely deliver for us on complex and sophisticated matters with no issues. Another big strength compared to their peers is that they're always able to draw on what is a very deep team whenever they need to.'
‘Andrew Fordham is the individual we use the most. Andrew is excellent and the praise given to them as a team is also reflected in Andy's attributes as an individual. In addition, Nick Barlow has been the "go to" banking partner for us in relation to financings in the social housing sector and does a lot of high value transactional banking work for us.'
‘Preeminent team acting for lenders in the social housing sector. They truly are the go-to experts in this sector. Service levels are second to none.’
‘Geoff McGinley. He continually fosters a strong relationship, both in and out of transactions, and always adds value. He, and his colleagues, are always available.’
'Partner led approach, broad experience across senior and super senior LBO structures.'
'Always willing to take the time to work through detailed issues.'
Key clients
- HSBC UK Bank plc
- Santander UK PLC
- Nationwide Building Society
- OC&C Strategy Consultants LLP
- RSM Group
Work highlights
Acting for National Westminster Bank Plc as Agent in relation to the provision of increased revolving credit facilities to Renew Holdings plc to support the €60m acquisition (amount confidential) of Full Circle Group, a European wind turbine maintenance specialist.
Acting for new client OC&C Strategy Consultants, an international consulting firm on their transformative refinancing with HSBC UK and Citibank.
Acting for longstanding client Dewhirst, a market leading global manufacturer of garments in relation to its facilities from HSBC UK and Barclays to finance a management buyout.
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.
Geoff McGinley
Practice head
Andrew Fordham
Other key lawyers
Geoff McGinley; Nick Barlow