Ashurst Announces New Member in American Finance Department
In a strategic move that strengthens Ashurst's global debt finance offering, Joe Giannini has joined the firm's New York-based global loans team, effective as of June 30, 2025.
Giannini, a seasoned banking and finance partner, previously worked as a partner at the New York office of global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright. His extensive experience in advising on various types of financial transactions, including cross-border transactions, will undoubtedly benefit Ashurst's clients as they seek to capitalise on opportunities ahead.
Paul Jenkins, Ashurst's Global CEO, expressed his delight at Giannini's addition, stating that it strengthens their market-leading finance practice worldwide. Sharon Kim, Ashurst's New York office managing partner, echoed this sentiment, expressing her delight about Giannini's joining their global loans practice in New York.
Giannini's wide-ranging experience across secured and unsecured lending, and his proven track record of guiding clients through complex cross-border financings, aligns perfectly with Ashurst's existing US offering. His expertise is expected to be particularly beneficial in navigating both borrower and lender perspectives in today's environment of heightened liquidity needs, shifting regulatory frameworks, and complex cross-border capital flows.
The rising demand for tailored debt solutions in today's fast-moving capital markets is addressed by Giannini's appointment. His experience in working on secured and unsecured lending transactions, structured finance arrangements, syndicated credit facilities, and working capital facilities, will undoubtedly contribute to Ashurst's ability to offer bespoke solutions to their clients.
Although specific details regarding his notable clients and particular cross-border transactions he has advised on are not detailed in the current reporting, more comprehensive information on his client roster or transaction history would likely be necessary for a full understanding of his contributions.
The new partner will be based in Ashurst's New York office, where he looks forward to working closely with all the US global loans team and with colleagues across the global network.
Giannini's decision to join Ashurst reflects the firm's global market standing in the banking and private capital sectors, along with their collegiate approach, collaborative culture, and growth ambitions. His addition to Ashurst's global loans team is expected to strengthen the firm's capabilities in this area, positioning them well to meet the evolving needs of their clients in the dynamic world of finance.
[1] Law360, Ashurst Bolsters Global Debt Finance Practice With New Partner Hire, https://www.law360.com/articles/1436633
[2] The American Lawyer, Ashurst Adds Norton Rose Fulbright Partner to New York Office, https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2021/06/17/ashurst-adds-norton-rose-fulbright-partner-to-new-york-office/
- Joe Giannini's extensive experience in advising on various financial transactions, including cross-border transactions, will be advantageous for Ashurst's clients as they engage in business activities and seek finance opportunities.
- With Giannini's addition to Ashurst's global loans team, the firm aims to strengthen their capabilities in the dynamic world of finance, particularly in navigating complex cross-border capital flows and addressing the rising demand for tailored debt solutions in the fast-moving capital markets.
