Hugh Gardner

Hugh Gardner

Experience

Hugh Gardner is a partner at Marriott Harrison LLP, specializing in finance, particularly debt (senior and mezzanine), private equity and M&A. He has been a partner at Marriott Harrison since 2004. Prior to joining Marriott Harrison, Hugh trained at Field Fisher Waterhouse, moved to Penningtons, then Pinsents (where he became a partner) and Coudert Brothers (also as a partner).

Specialty

Hugh Gardner specializes in corporate finance, focusing on debt and equity finance for owner-managed businesses and those backed by private equity. He is renowned for his expertise in handling complex transactions, including M&A, debt restructurings, intercreditor arrangements, and cross-border issues.

Achievements and Recognition

• Industry Rankings: Ranked as one of the top law firms in London for lower mid-market M&A work by Chambers UK.
• Leadership Roles: Partner at Marriott Harrison LLP since 2004.
• Recent Significant Transaction: Acted for McIntyre Partners in the English law elements of the acquisition, bond finance and listing in Norway of the Moreld Group.
• Contributions to Award-Winning Projects: Author of ‘Buying and Selling Private Companies’ in ‘CBI Corporate Finance Handbook’ (1st and 2nd editions).
• Notable Contributions: Specializes in finance, particularly debt (senior and mezzanine), private equity, and M&A.