City firm McCarthy Denning has announced the appointment of Dr Werner Meier as a partner, working across its restructuring, banking and finance, and corporate practices. In this role, Werner will take on the position of co-head of finance and restructuring.
Werner has previously headed restructuring departments at Simmons & Simmons, King & Spalding, and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton. He has 28 years of experience, and specialises in German and European debt and corporate restructuring matters. He advises financial investors, international banks, multinational companies and sovereign states on structured finance transactions and M&A deals. His appointment brings McCarthy Denning’s partnership to a total of 45.
Werner commented: ‘I’m delighted to open a new chapter in my career by joining a top next generation City law firm. McCarthy Denning is a perfect fit for me. The firm’s flexible and collaborative set-up will provide excellent support for the further development of my practice.’
Wayne Rapozo, partner and co-head of finance, added: ‘Werner is a highly respected practitioner in both finance and restructuring. His practice is truly international as he is known to clients and colleagues in the USA as well as in Europe. Werner’s work with banks, investment funds and corporates make him an ideal addition to our practice. His expertise on complex banking and restructuring transactions goes well with our business in providing creative solutions for our clients.’
