Acquisition and Leveraged Finance

Advising on Complex Acquisition Structures and Layered Financing Solutions

Recognised for our M&A capabilities, Holmes is equally regarded for advising on all aspects of acquisition and leveraged finance.

We represent both lenders and borrowers in mainstream corporate leveraged finance, with particular expertise in syndicated, multi-creditor structures and construction financing.

Our team has extensive experience in structuring and implementing security packages over a wide range of assets, including shares, limited partnership interests, and other equity holdings.

We maintain a strong borrower-side practice, acting for prominent private equity firms and hedge funds. These transactions often involve complex, multi-tiered financing arrangements, which may include:

• Listed debt securities
• Senior secured credit facilities (commonly syndicated)
• Mezzanine and junior debt instruments

Financing structures frequently extend beyond acquisition funding to address broader operational and strategic needs. These structures are designed not only to support the initial transaction but also to address ongoing client challenges — by providing adaptable capital solutions that enable post-deal expansion, maintain liquidity, and ensure access to essential trade finance instruments such as guarantees and letters of credit.