Andrew Cawkwell, Partner in the Banking and Restructuring team at Muckle, is one of only four specialists nationwide to be in the running for the ‘Turnaround Practitioner of the Year’ accolade at the TRI (Turnaround, Restructuring & Insolvency) Awards.
Now in its ninth year, the independently judged TRI Awards celebrate the achievements of experts undertaking outstanding work in corporate rescue, those making critical investments in struggling businesses and those in the field of turnaround and restructuring.
Andrew, who is a Solicitor and Certified Turnaround Professional, said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be shortlisted for the Turnaround Practitioner of the Year award. It is extremely rewarding to be able to help businesses during times of difficulty. Often this advice is provided behind the scenes for confidentiality reasons. It is therefore fantastic to be recognised for contribution to this space”.
“I have worked with lots of different companies over the years and there is nothing better than watching them thrive following our guidance and support”.
Andrew, who has been with leading North East law firm for businesses, Muckle, for 5 years, secured his place on the shortlist thanks to a number of significant turnaround projects he has overseen in recent years.
Most notably, his involvement in the rescue of Darlington Football Club. The club had suffered three administrations during a ten-year p