Meet Claire
I am a Banking and Finance solicitor specialising in real estate finance and corporate lending. Before joining Lawrence Stephens, I spent several years at a leading international law firm, where I advised on a broad range of complex financing transactions, including real estate, ship and trade finance.
Over the years, I have built a strong track record of advising both lenders and borrowers on domestic and multi-jurisdictional financing projects, ranging from £100,000 to £40 million. My clients include UK and international banks, investment firms, housing associations, leasing companies, asset management companies, and other businesses who share a footprint in the UK and EU.
I have had the privilege of working on several notable transactions, from financing student accommodation projects to large-scale refinancing deals for housing associations, involving more than 100 properties. I have also supported financial institutions through the challenging Libor transition period, assisting them in updating facility agreements and security documents to accommodate risk-free rates.
I truly enjoy both the technical drafting and client-facing aspects of my work. I believe that being reliable, responsive, and open-minded is key to building long-lasting relationships, not just with my clients, but with everyone I work with.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with Piano (my black-and-white furry companion), skiing, reformer Pilates, and reading in cafés around the world.
