Moorfields Advisory appoints new director

Restructuring, advisory and insolvency firm, Moorfields Advisory, announced the
appointment of Matthew Donohoe as the firm’s new director to “strengthen” its advisory team and to continue the expansion of Moorfields.

In his new role, Donohue will lead the firm’s advisory team, specialising in business restructuring and turnaround to “help improve business performance, minimise losses and maximise recoveries” for investors, lenders and directors.

It is reported that he is well recognised and “vastly” experienced in advising businesses and lenders on strategy and cash flow planning whilst trading under financial pressure.

Donohue’s experience also lies in corporate finance and debt advisory, and is well versed in managing banks’ expectations, as well as delivering within strict parameters.

Donohue said: “I am delighted to be joining the Moorfields team, they embrace the rescue and turnaround culture and are keen to support businesses throughout their life cycle.

“These are challenging times for the UK corporate market and I look forward to applying my experience and knowledge to assist directors and lenders in confronting issues early to preserve and protect value.”

Andy Pear, lead partner at Moorfields, added: “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew. Now that government support measures have ended, many businesses are showing signs of financial distress of some sort.

“We want to assist both borrowers and lenders to work together providing guidance to alleviate and avoid problems. Matthew is an experienced advisor who will confront issues head on and respond with sustainable solutions.”