Weightmans—Deepak Purushothaman

Weightmans has welcomed new partner Deepak Purushothaman to its nationwide financial services team.

In the role, Deepak will advise banks, financial institutions and borrowers on a range of asset-based lending, invoice finance, leveraged finance, general banking, restructuring, regulated consumer finance and real estate finance matters.

Formerly of Hill Dickinson and having previously worked at DLA Piper and Jones Day in London, Deepak brings 20 years of experience to his new role at Weightmans.

Commenting on his appointment, Deepak said: ‘I’m looking to utilise my experience and contacts to help establish Weightmans’ banking team as one of the leading practices in the North West region, to expand the team’s capabilities and reputation nationwide, and to contribute to our ambition of becoming a top 30 law firm.

‘Weightmans was a natural choice, due to its professional approach, impressive ambitions and excellent reputation as an employer.’

Matthew Williamson, head of corporates, said: ‘Deepak enhances the national financial services offering at Weightmans, following an incredible year of growth and success stories, which included advising on the establishment of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II and the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II.

‘We are delighted to welcome Deepak to the firm to further the growth of the segment and the wider business.’