Douglas Hawthorn

Douglas Hawthorn - IFT Accredited Member

Douglas, a seasoned partner with 18 years of experience, specialises in advising on debt restructurings, turnaround and insolvency situations, acting for private equity sponsors, financial institutions, investors, companies, directors, turnaround professionals and insolvency practitioners. He has particular expertise regarding distressed or insolvent financial institutions, and/or wind down planning. He is recommended by Legal 500 2024, described as "an exceptional restructuring and insolvency lawyer. He is deeply technical whilst also very commercial and pragmatic", "[his] knowledge of stressed and distressed highly regulated financial services and fintech is second to none! His experience makes him a clear choice in this sector", and "[he] has a strong ability to break down complex situations into more readily understandable and actionable solutions