The ‘precise and clear’ banking and finance team at Shoosmiths LLP specialises in advising corporate borrowers and lenders on acquisition financing, real estate financing, and asset-based lending. The Belfast office regularly collaborates with the firm’s wider network, including the Edinburgh and Thames Valley offices. Anna Vangrove, ’a pleasure to deal with’, regularly advises on real estate and energy transactions. Principal associate Michael Kelly  provides support on real estate finance transactions, while associate Grainne Fairbrother supports Vangrove on energy and real estate projects.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘The team are commercial in their approach, provide concise and clear explanations of any issues that may present, and engage across all levels. They are clearly knowledgeable, experienced and capable individuals in their field, all of which supports our ability to deliver for our clients.’

  • ‘Michael Kelly and Anna Vangrove provide excellent service, strong and sound commercial and legal advice and clear and concise explanations in support of their recommendations. They are a key partner for us, particularly in the Northern Ireland Market.’

  • ‘Anna Vangrove is a pleasure to deal with. She knows exactly what support we need and does not overcomplicate things. She is always available and consistently delivers excellent service. ’

Clients clés

  • AIB Group (UK) plc
  • Ulster Bank
  • Danske Bank
  • Ultimate Finance
  • Industrial Finance & Leasing
  • Ortus Secured Finance
  • Emerald Properties
  • Willen Biogas
  • Emerald Airlines
  • Keys Finance

Points forts

  • Advised Ulster Bank on its acquisition finance funding for the purchase of Lesley Forestside Shopping Centre.
  • Advised AIB Group on the acquisition finance funding for two PBSA Schemes in Bristol and Glasgow.
  • Advised Willen Biogas on its AD Plant refinance with Nash Capital.

Avocats

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Anna Vangrove

Meilleurs collaborateurs

Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.

Michael Kelly

Responsable de la pratique

Anna Vangrove

Autres avocats clés

Michael Kelly; Grainne Fairbrother