Financial Services

At Zoe, Akyea & Co., we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive and innovative legal services across the spectrum of finance.

Our Finance Group is a trusted partner for high-value, complex financing transactions across industries and asset types.

We provide real-time, practical advice that aligns with ever-changing market conditions, helping clients successfully navigate sophisticated financial structures and regulatory landscapes.

Our Expertise

Our finance practice encompasses a wide range of services, including:

Structured Finance

Expertise in asset-backed securitisations, mortgage-backed securitisations, bonds, synthetic securitisations, and esoteric asset classes.

Representation of issuers, underwriters, originators, trustees, and agents throughout the creation, management, and restructuring of structured finance transactions.

Navigating regulatory, disclosure, and compliance requirements.

Syndicated & Leveraged Finance

Representing lead arrangers, lenders, agents, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credits, including cross-border transactions, secured and unsecured financings, and equity-enhanced structures.

Extensive experience with inter-creditor arrangements, debt subordination issues, and sponsor-led acquisition financings.

Debt & Capital Markets

Advising on public and private financings, including debt securities, CLOs, and CRE CLOs.

Securitisation of assets such as auto loans, credit card receivables, mortgages, and trade receivables.

Structuring new securities and transactions to meet unique client needs.

Alternative & Specialty Finance

Asset-based lending, fund finance, marketplace lending, and equipment financing.

Expertise in emerging finance platforms, including fintech, blockchain, and digital assets.

Financial Institutions

Supporting financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, private equity firms, and fintech companies, on regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters.

Advising on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and restructuring transactions.

Restructuring & Workouts

Comprehensive counsel for distressed assets, debtor-in-possession financings, debt-for-equity exchanges, and post-confirmation financing.

Tailored strategies to manage risk and optimise recovery in restructuring scenarios.

Consumer Financial Services

Advising banks, insurance companies, and securities firms on compliance, regulatory assessments, and consumer protection.

Representing clients in enforcement actions, litigation, and regulatory investigations.

Our Unique Approach

We combine deep technical knowledge with an understanding of financial markets to deliver practical, innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.

Our team seamlessly integrates expertise across related areas such as:

Regulatory Compliance

Derivatives and Structured Products

Financial Technology (FinTech)

Mergers and Acquisitions

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

ESG Financing and Sustainability

Why Choose Zoe, Akyea & Co.?

Holistic Solutions: Our multidisciplinary team leverages expertise across finance, tax, intellectual property, and dispute resolution to address every aspect of financial transactions.

Regulatory Insights: We provide cutting-edge regulatory guidance, drawing from our experience with numerous financial institutions and regulators.

Global Reach: We focus on domestic and international finance and offer integrated support for cross-border transactions.

Industry Leadership: We partner with our clients to pioneer innovative financial structures and ensure they stay ahead of industry trends.

Whether navigating regulatory challenges, structuring complex financing arrangements, or resolving high-stakes disputes, Zoe, Akyea & Co. is your trusted advisor in the ever-evolving world of finance.

Let us help you achieve your financial objectives with clarity, precision, and foresight.