Partner — Global Head of Banking & Finance · London
Sophie Laurent
Practice
A practice built on plain language and patient preparation.
Overview
Sophie Laurent chairs the global banking and finance practice. Her work covers syndicated lending, acquisition finance, project finance, and fund finance across developed and emerging markets. She acts for lenders, sponsors, and borrowers and has led transactions in over forty jurisdictions. Sophie is dual-qualified in England & Wales and France, and spent seven years in the firm’s Paris office before relocating to London.
Representative experience
- Led or co-led significant matters across multiple jurisdictions and industry sectors within the practice.
- Regularly advises clients ranging from multinational enterprises to individuals on the full spectrum of matters within the practice.
- Coordinates with Ashford & Merritt offices worldwide to deliver integrated, multi-jurisdictional counsel on cross-border matters.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Languages
Works professionally in English,French,German.
Prior results notice
The matters described above are representative and, in some cases, anonymized or composited
from multiple engagements. Each legal matter is decided on its specific facts and applicable
law. Prior results do not guarantee, predict, or warrant a similar outcome in any future
matter. The descriptions on this page are not legal advice and do not create an attorney-client
relationship.
Speak with Sophie
If your situation falls within Sophie's practice, we will route your inquiry directly.
Initial consultations are confidential and held without obligation. Most are scheduled within 48 hours.