The UK-based firm provides restructuring, insolvency, funding, legal and advisory services to business owners, lenders, investors and advisers, with significant experience supporting clients across the property and construction markets.
The appointment comes as the BDLA continues to expand its network of lenders and industry partners.
Welcoming the firm to the association, Adam Tyler, chief executive of the BDLA, highlighted the value Leonard Curtis’ expertise could bring to members.
He said that the group offers experience that is highly relevant to lenders, particularly when businesses or property projects encounter financial difficulties.
Tyler added: “Early advice and clear information are critical to protecting value and achieving the best possible outcome for all parties.”
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He said Leonard Curtis’ work across restructuring, funding, legal services, and property and construction would provide the association with a broad and practical perspective.
“Through its work across restructuring, funding, legal services and property and construction, Leonard Curtis will bring a broad and practical perspective to the association. We’re very pleased to welcome Phil and the team to the BDLA,” he added.
Phil Deyes, director at Leonard Curtis, said joining the association would provide an opportunity to deepen relationships across the bridging and development finance community while contributing to discussions around the sector’s future direction.
He said the firm’s teams regularly work alongside businesses, lenders and advisers in situations requiring swift decisions and a clear understanding of the wider commercial picture.
“Joining the BDLA offers us the opportunity to build closer relationships across the bridging and development finance sector and contribute to the wider conversation on the key issues and opportunities for the industry,” Deyes said.
Looking ahead, he said Leonard Curtis aims to share its expertise with other members and support the association’s efforts to uphold professional standards across the market.
