Opinions on politics, law and media with over 5,000 subscribers including senior politicians, civil servants, journalists and informed members of the public.In 2023 I was described by the NBR as “one of the best commentators to have emerged on the media scene in the last year.”In his Media Insider column, the New Zealand Herald’s Editor-at-Large, Shayne Currie noted that I have “carved out a reputation as an agenda-setting writer”.

Recruited to lead DLA's Leveraged Finance team in London and expand its capabilities

Recruited to build out Gibson Dunn's Leveraged Finance and Debt Restructuring capabilities in London“Technically strong, incredibly aware of what’s going on in the market and instills amazing confidence in his clients” (Chambers UK - 2016)“Sources praise his excellent technical skills on the debt side and commerciality, remarking that he never loses sight of the bigger picture” (Chambers Global - 2016)

Partner in Kirkland's Leveraged Finance team which was ranked in Tier 1 by major legal directories for large cap European leveraged financings.“Recommended as being very calm and considered” (The Legal 500 - 2015)“Technically superb and able to slice the Gordian knots to get results … he is praised for being super-responsive and user-friendly” (Chambers UK - 2015)“The team includes the excellent Philip Crump” (The Legal 500 - 2014)“Clients appreciate debt… Show more Partner in Kirkland's Leveraged Finance team which was ranked in Tier 1 by major legal directories for large cap European leveraged financings.“Recommended as being very calm and considered” (The Legal 500 - 2015)“Technically superb and able to slice the Gordian knots to get results … he is praised for being super-responsive and user-friendly” (Chambers UK - 2015)“The team includes the excellent Philip Crump” (The Legal 500 - 2014)“Clients appreciate debt finance partner Philip Crump’s clear, concise explanations” (Chambers UK - 2014)“An extremely talented lawyer whose tremendous attention to detail and completely unassuming nature makes him stand out from the pack” (Chambers UK - 2013)“[Philip] can look at something quickly and produce advice that is absolutely on the money - with a loyal sponsor and hedge fund following, he has developed a fantastic reputation in the area of multi-jurisdictional LBOs” (Chambers UK - 2012)“[Philip] has a great work ethic, is very motivated and gives sound commercial advice” (Chambers UK - 2011)“[an] integral member of the team … regularly involved in the most significant mandates handled by the group” (The Legal 500 - 2010) Show less

Senior Associate in Shearman's market leading Leveraged Finance team

General banking, including property finance, and insolvency