James Mead
Associate
James Mead advises clients on a wide range of asset-based lending, private placement, acquisition finance and general banking matters. James also works on special situations transactions and restructurings. He frequently advises clients on cross-border financings in North America, Asia, and Europe. James was recognized as a recommended lawyer in The Legal 500 UK for Finance (Asset-Based Lending) in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- BPP Law School, London, 2015, M.A., LPC with business
- BPP Law School, London, 2014, GDL
- University of Oxford, St. Hilda’s College, 2012, B.A., with honors
- England & Wales (Solicitor)
Recommended, Bank Lending: Investment Grade Debt and Syndicated Loans, The Legal 500 UK (2026)
Recommended, Finance: Asset-Based Lending, The Legal 500 UK (2022–2024)
Highly Commended, Restructuring Team of the Year, The Lawyer Awards (2020)
