Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP

Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP is ‘a one-stop shop for structured finance work’, thanks to its strength in funds, securitisation, private equity, tax and regulatory matters in both the UK and the US. The firm is also strong in receivables financing and fintech deals, as well as having a leading manager-side role in CLOs. The firm is also taking a lead on strategic partnerships between banks and credit funds using securitisation techniques. For instance, it acted for Santander in its tactical co-investment structure with Eliant Trade Finance to create a $1bn platform for the origination of global supply chain finance receivables. Highly respected practice head Jacky Kelly, who is praised for providing ’innovative and creative solutions’, led that transaction. Newly promoted partner Andrew Lauder, whose practice spans both structured finance and derivatives, is a key adviser to both investment banks and large asset managers. He worked with Kelly on a €402m CLO for Pemberton, which has a strong focus on ESG-compliant structures. Brian Maher moved to Paul Hastings LLP in late 2024.