Hogan Lovells strengthens its banking team in Germany with key hire Dr Thomas Freund

Thomas is a leveraged finance specialist and a recognized player in the German LBO market. He has particular experience in acting for banks and credit funds, as well as private equity sponsors and corporate borrowers, on leveraged financings and he has also advised on complex debt restructurings.   

Commenting on his appointment, James Doyle, Global Head of the Corporate & Finance practice said: “We’re delighted to welcome Thomas to the firm. His extensive experience working with key market players, combined with his dynamic and entrepreneurial mindset, supports our ambitions of further developing our leveraged finance offering in Germany.” 

Paul Mullen, Head of the firm’s Banking and Loan Finance practice, added: “ We continue to see increased client demand in leveraged finance in Germany, particularly from the private credit funds. Thomas has some excellent connections in the market and his broad skillset complements our already strong German Banking and Loan Finance team – we are excited to have him onboard.”

Thomas said: "I am excited to be joining Hogan Lovells in Munich. Hogan Lovells is exceptionally well-positioned to provide support to clients seeking to grow their businesses around the world. I have already been impressed with the highly collaborative approach to serving clients, and look forward to working with my colleagues across the firm’s offices.”