Matthew Hughes
Overview
Financial institutions and hedge funds looking for advice on their complex cross-border investments rely on Matthew Hughes to structure investments in a way that mitigates risk while maximizing return. He represents investment funds, investment banks, and other financial institutions as well as boutique trading houses on the investment in and trading of syndicated loans, claims, and other high-yield investment products.
Career & Education
- Newcastle University, LL.B., 1997
- College of Law, Chester, P.D.L.P., 1998
- Solicitor, England and Wales
Professional Activities and Memberships
- Secondary Documentation Committee, Loan Market Association (LMA)
Matthew's Insights
Press Coverage | 08.11.22
Firm News | 5 min read | 04.01.21
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.15.20
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.06.20
Representative Matters
- Represented hedge funds in connection with purchase of distressed loans collateralized by aircraft and associated claims.
- Represented creditors and the secondary market for trading claims of Lehman Brothers, including Lehman Brothers International (Europe) and Lehman Brothers Bankhaus A.G.
- Represented creditors of the insolvent Icelandic banks, including Glitnir Bank hf., Kaupthing Bank hf., and Landsbanki hf.
- Represented creditors and the secondary market for trading claims in MF Global, including the development of market standard trading documentation.
- Advised a major investment bank on the development and creation of its bespoke LMA trading documentation, including collateral documentation and guarantees.
- Conducted review and analysis of credit documentation for major investment banks and CLO clients.
- Represented large hedge funds in connection with structured financing transactions collateralized by illiquid financial assets including distressed loans, bonds, and equity.
Matthew's Insights
Press Coverage | 08.11.22
Firm News | 5 min read | 04.01.21
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.15.20
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.06.20
Matthew's Insights
Press Coverage | 08.11.22
Firm News | 5 min read | 04.01.21
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.15.20
Client Alert | 5 min read | 04.06.20