Bristows LLP is a tour de force in the London M&A market. The practice is particularly adept in the life sciences and technology sectors, alongside other IP-rich industries. With extensive experience assisting both public and private companies on domestic and cross-border transactions, the group continues to widen its client roster with impressive names. Leading the team is Iain Redford, whose areas of expertise include mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, financings, and joint ventures. Redford regularly advises multinational technology and life sciences businesses on high-value multijurisdictional deals. Venture capital and private equity investment specialist Matt Dennis is frequently instructed by clients from the TMT and life sciences sectors on mergers and acquisitions. Other notable names are Louise Eldridge, who concentrates on M&A, venture capital investment transactions, and joint ventures, and Marek Petecki, who specialises in debt and equity financing, M&A, spin-outs, joint ventures, and restructuring. They act for private equity funds, start-ups, and healthcare companies. David Horner stands out for his experience handling cross-border M&A deals, while Richard Swaine is capable of advising on private acquisitions and disposals, distressed M&A transactions, and management buy-outs. Nick Cross and Sophie Rees are also key contacts in the group for their aptitude in international mergers and acquisitions.

With deep knowledge of the technology, life sciences, and climate technology sectors, Brown Rudnick LLP‘s M&A practice is capable of handling both domestic and cross-border transactions for public and private companies. The group’s expertise in mergers and acquisitions, fundraising, and investments, among other areas, continues to attract new and impressive clients. Head of the international corporate practice group, Tom Braiden, and managing director of the firm’s corporate and capital markets department, Mark Dorff, co-lead the team, bringing together a wealth of experience. Braiden concentrates on advising investors, companies, and founders on private equity and venture capital transactions, cross-border M&A, and joint ventures. He is predominantly instructed by clients from the real estate, hospitality, and private equity sectors. Dorff is noted for representing public and private businesses, family offices, and private equity investors on multijurisdictional transactions. Equity capital markets specialist Lena Hodge is highly regarded for leading on M&A, IPOs, public company takeovers, and secondary fundraising. Other key names in the practice include Neil Foster, who is adept in advising energy clients on M&A, venture capital, private equity, and corporate finance, and Tracy Fisher, who specialises in M&A, reorganisations and demergers, and international taxation. Sage Revell made partner in February 2023.

Clyde & Co has a full-service corporate offering which covers domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, corporate financings, joint ventures, and reorganisations, alongside equity raising, public offerings, and investments. The practice covers an extensive range of industry sectors including education, energy, real estate, and financial services. Simon Vere Nicoll heads up the practice and is recognised for his breadth of capabilities, which include expertise in national and international public and private M&A, joint ventures, and private equity transactions, as well as reorganisations, equity raising, and public offerings. Nicoll has a particular focus on the international trade and commodities, energy and infrastructure, and property sectors. Marine and shipping industry specialist Nick Purnell and energy and technology expert Simon Gamblin have deep experience leading on cross-border and domestic M&A, joint ventures, and fundraising. The group also benefits from the aptitude of Anna Nerush who joined from Haynes and Boone CDG, LLP in October 2023. Nerush regularly acts on behalf of investors on acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, exits, and alternative financing. Rob Lowe, who joined the practice in April 2023 from Reed Smith LLP, is an asset to the team due to his proficiency in cross-border multijurisdictional transactions and his sector knowledge which covers insurance, retail, and media and entertainment, to name a few. Other notable names in the group include Richard Turner, Emma De Graauw, and Sarah Ridley.

The ‘collaborative, approachable, and easy to deal with’ corporate practice at DWF maintains a strong reputation in the London M&A market. The group is highly experienced in domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, as well as matters relating to private equity, venture capital, equity capital markets, and joint ventures. With a breadth of expertise, the team has amassed an impressive client roster – which continues to expand – consisting of businesses from a range of industry sectors including consumer, real estate, and financial services, alongside technology, insurance, and energy. Co-leading the department are global head of corporate Frank Shephard, London head of corporate Paddy Eaton, head of venture capital and India group Dhruv Chhatralia BEM – who joined the group from Bird & Bird LLP in September 2023 – and head of legal due diligence Richard Wood – who joined in January 2024 from PwC LLP. Eaton is noted for his extensive capabilities which cover private M&A, equity finance, joint ventures, and corporate structuring, with particular strengths in the retail sector. He is also adept in advising on AIM IPOs and secondary financings. On the cross-border front, Chhatralia is well regarded for his aptitude in assisting Indian companies, high net worth individuals, family offices, and financial institutions on M&A, disposals, and investments. Laurence Applegate specialises in real estate private equity, while Justin Edgar concentrates on private M&A, private equity, and venture capital transactions for clients from the technology and financial services sectors. Insurance and financial services authority Raeesa Chowdhury made partner in January 2024 and Jayne McGlynn, recognised for her experience leading on cross-border transactions, joined the team in February 2024 from Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP.

With extensive experience handling cross-border M&A transactions in a wide variety of industry sectors including but not limited to technology, corporate real estate, hotels and leisure, and publishing, the corporate practice at Fladgate LLP is a popular choice. The team boasts an impressive and growing client base, consisting of notable names such as Penguin Random House. Equity capital markets and public and private M&A specialist David Robinson heads the group and regularly acts for publishing companies on mergers and acquisitions, and leads on IPOs, secondary fundraisings, and takeovers. Anthony Shatz and Amy Collins are noted for their aptitude in M&A, joint ventures, investments, reorganisations, and corporate governance, while Jamie Hamilton and Graham Spitz concentrate on venture capital, private equity, and M&A. The department also benefits from the expertise of recruitment and technology authority Ian Brent who is recognised for assisting private companies on M&A, and India desk leader Mythily Katsaris who is adept in assisting Indian companies, business owners, and family offices on cross-border mergers and acquisitions. David Harrison has strengths in acquisitions, disposals, and fundraising, and Tessa Trevelyan Thomas, who joined the team from BDB Pitmans in April 2023, is a specialist in public and private M&A and takeovers in the ecommerce sector. Other notable names in the practice include Sophie Burke, India-Rose May, Cem Usten, and Jennifer Hawkes.

Noted for its ‘professional, commercial, and responsive’ approach, the corporate department at Fox Williams LLP is capable of handling public and private domestic and international M&A transactions for clients from a range of industry sectors including financial services, technology, fintech, and professional services. The group’s aptitude continues to attract new businesses to its already strong client roster. Leading the team is Richie Clark, who has expertise in M&A, ECM, and venture capital. Clark is regularly instructed by multinational companies from the technology, financial services, and natural resources sectors. Another key member of the practice is Paul Osborne, recognised for his aptitude in national and cross-border M&A, joint ventures, and private equity matters. Paul Taylor leads the firm’s insolvency and banking corporate offerings, assisting on joint ventures, disposals, and acquisitions, while digital media specialist Mary Elliott focuses on publishing, professional information, and financial information M&A. On the public takeover front, Guy Morgan is the main contact due to his experience leading on M&A deals, fundraising, joint ventures, corporate reorganisations, and public takeovers. Fintech and traveltech expert Andrew Woolf is adept in M&A and takeovers, and Hannah Elliott has strengths in domestic and international M&A and venture capital investments and fundraising. Other standout names include Howard White, Beth Silkin, and Sarah Carlton.

With extensive experience advising multinational companies on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, Katten Muchin Rosenman‘s corporate practice maintains its position as a go-to in the London market. The group’s capacity to handle complex and multijurisdictional matters continues to attract new clients from a range of sectors such as real estate, technology, and manufacturing. Oliver Williams and Edward Tran co-lead the team and together bring a multitude of corporate expertise – Williams has extensive experience leading on private equity matters, mergers and acquisitions, investments, and restructuring, and Tran specialises in financial services and funds, regularly advising clients such as private equity firms, investment managers, and hedge funds on M&A transactions, private equity matters, joint ventures, fund investments, equity and debt financing, and corporate governance. David Wood, Alex Potten, and Omar Malek are extremely active members in the group, leading on a variety of corporate transactions. Wood concentrates on real estate deals including M&A, joint ventures, and equity financing, while Potten assists a variety of companies on reorganisations, private equity, M&A, and joint ventures. Malek stands out for advising clients from the real estate, financial services, and hospitality sectors on international M&A transactions, joint ventures, private equity, and corporate reorganisations.

Described as having ‘the human touch of boutique with the power of enterprise’, the corporate M&A practice at Lewis Silkin strikes the balance between personalised services and strong transactional capabilities. The group is proficient in complex cross-border M&A deals, particularly in the technology, media and entertainment, and advertising and marketing sectors. Paul Rajput leads the team and has a breadth of expertise which covers both the buy and sell side of mergers and acquisitions, as well as venture and private equity capital and joint ventures. Rajput concentrates on assisting clients from the advertising and marketing and media and entertainment sectors. Chair of the firm Jo Evans is recognised for her extensive experience advising clients on M&A transactions, growth plans, and exit strategies. Evans is predominantly instructed by advertising, gaming, and communications businesses. Cross-border transaction specialist Geraint Tilsley is highly knowledgeable of the technology, IT, manufacturing, and engineering sectors, and focuses on supporting French and US companies on mergers and acquisitions. Tilsley is also adept in the private equity and venture capital spaces, leading on investments and portfolio work. The team also benefits from the expertise of Gavin McNaughton – who focuses on M&A, joint ventures, and restructuring – and Simon Entwistle – who has strengths in M&A, joint ventures, and IP matters. Other key names in the department include Sam Pennington, Sadiq Tajbhai, and Francesca Ainsworth. Chris Hallinan joined the team in July 2023 from Addleshaw Goddard.

With a breadth of expertise which includes domestic and cross-border M&A, private equity, growth capital fundraising, joint ventures, and reorganisations, Stevens & Bolton LLP‘s corporate team handles complex transactions for an expanding client base. The group covers a wide range of industry sectors such as technology, financial services, and life sciences, among others. Heading up the team is Joe Bedford who acts for banks, public and private corporates, and shareholders on mergers and acquisitions, structuring, and investment finance. Travel and life sciences expert Keith Syson has extensive experience leading on M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and demergers, while Richard Baxter is adept in M&A, restructuring, private equity transactions, joint ventures, and corporate governance. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Jenny Robertson, who frequently leads on sales and acquisitions, equity investments, and MBOs, as well as joint ventures, reorganisations, and share incentives. On the cross-border front, Nick Atkins takes the lead due to his international relationships with Iberian, German, US, Singaporean, and Belgian companies. He advises businesses on M&A, private equity, and growth capital matters, often involving cross-border jurisdictions. Providing ‘consistently excellent service’ is Oscar Horwich who concentrates on M&A, venture and growth funding, and national and international private equity. Heidi Sawtell is a financial services specialist, advising clients on acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, and reorganisations, while Krishna Patel focuses on transactions in the technology, sports, and insurance sectors.

With a presence in emerging areas such as cryptocurrency, blockchain, and NFTs, DAC Beachcroft LLP‘s practice is particularly strong in the technology sector, in addition to having deep knowledge of the healthcare, real estate, and financial services industries. The group is capable of handling complex cross-border transactions, and its proficiency continues to attract new clients. Insurance specialist Jonathan Deverill leads the team and has extensive experience advising insurers on domestic and international M&A transactions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations. French desk head Matthew Darling and infrastructure specialist Nick Garland are experts in complex multijurisdictional public and private M&A. The department also benefits from the aptitude of Michelle Jones who concentrates on public M&A and equity capital markets. Another key name in the practice is Shuwen Yu who is adept in M&A, IPOs, and secondary fundraisings.

The corporate department at Deloitte Legal is regularly instructed by public and private companies on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. The group also advises clients on investments, joint ventures, and divestments, among other matters. Co-leading the practice are Charles Claisse and Chris Hardman – Claisse is noted for his expertise in the technology sector, while Hardman has extensive experience assisting on national and international strategic investments, joint ventures, and post-merger integrations. The team benefits from the aptitude of John Alder who concentrates on private equity and mid-market M&A transactions. Other key names in the department include Partho Chaudhuri and Susie Siddall. Glafkos Tombolis departed the firm in April 2024.

The corporate team at Farrer & Co specialise in regulated M&A in the financial services sector, although the group are also active in the real estate, hospitality, and medical industries. With strengths in cross-border transactions and a presence in emerging areas such as ESG M&A, the practice maintains a steadily expanding client base. Corporate practice head Jonathan Haley is sought out by regulated business owners, private equity purchasers, and partnership structures for his expertise in private M&A and joint ventures. With expertise in cross-border transactions, predominantly for clients based in the US and the Middle East, Richard Lane has a strong reputation in the market for his ability to advise on complex mergers and acquisitions, disposals, and bid processes across a range of sectors including fintech, media and entertainment, and leisure. Anthony Turner concentrates on M&A deals in the financial services sector, while Simon Ward focuses on private M&A, private equity, and venture capital transactions. The group also benefits from the aptitude of private capital and real estate expert Marie Bates advises individuals and investors on M&A, joint ventures, and corporate investments. Other notable names in the practice include Emily Jamieson, Charlie Court, India Benjamin, and Georgina Fraser.

Specialising in the technology, sports, music, film and TV, and gaming sectors, among other creative industries, the corporate team at Harbottle & Lewis LLP offers assistance on M&A and investment transactions, as well as joint venture and private equity transactions. The group is also capable of handling cross-border work involving international jurisdictions. ‘Renowned for his astuteness and seasoned expertise,’ Charles Leveque ‘navigates operations with finesse.’ Leveque has extensive expertise in both public and private M&A, investments, joint ventures, and AIM flotations. Tony Littner and Tim Parker stand out for their deep knowledge of the media and technology sectors and experience leading on M&A transactions, fundraising, and joint ventures. Aviation, media, technology, and leisure specialist Colin Howes is noted for his aptitude in advising on M&A, investments, joint ventures, and commercial agreements, while Tom Macleod is recognised for his proficiency in acquisitions and disposals, financing rounds, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and shares incentivisation schemes. Other key practitioners include Ed Lane, Teresa Walker, Emily Miles, Alex Gays, and Katerina Capras.

The corporate team at Hill Dickinson LLP has particular strength in advising on cross-border transactions for listed companies and private businesses from a variety of industry sectors including healthcare, transport, energy, and technology. The group is also active in emerging areas such as the medical cannabis industry. Head of the practice Michael Bennett specialises in M&A and capital markets with a focus on energy and natural resources, life sciences, and medical cannabis. On the cross-border front, Shantanu Sinha is the port of call in the team for his extensive experience assisting on domestic and international M&A transactions and joint ventures. Sinha is also adept in fundraising and IPOs. Jaspal Sekhon is another notable name in the group for his breadth of expertise, which covers mid-market M&A deals and capital markets transactions. Jonathan Morris is a go-to practitioner for entrepreneurs and entrepreneur-backed businesses seeking assistance on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and reorganisations, while Sam Hudson stands out for his concentration on acquisitions, disposals, and public takeovers. Other key names in the group include Francois De Lange and Amy Grosvenor.

Howard Kennedy LLP has a strong market reputation for its M&A practice which has expertise in domestic and cross-border transactions, including acquisitions and disposals, investments, joint ventures, and reorganisations. The group has experience in the retail and hospitality, corporate real estate, renewable energy, and fintech industries, among others. Gillian White leads the practice and stands out for her ‘strategic acumen, common sense, and ability to find creative solutions.’ White acts for both prominent entrepreneurs and major multinationals, and boasts vast experience handling M&A transactions, investments, and joint ventures. Ashley Reeback concentrates on public and private M&A and AIM transactions, assisting predominantly business owners and managers. Hotels and leisure sector expert Stephanie Brigg is adept in M&A, private equity, and corporate real estate transactions, as well as joint ventures, while Charlotte Whitworth focuses on real estate transactions. Eve Gallagher and Benjamin Filmer, who joined the team in January 2023 from Freeths LLP, bring a wealth of transactional experience to the group, such as distressed M&A and asset acquisitions and sales.

Memery Crystal has a robust offering which includes advising on mergers, acquisitions, debt, and private equity transactions for both domestic and multinational public and private companies such as takeovers, disposals, auction sales, and MBOs. The group’s sector strengths include entertainment and media, technology, and real estate, as well as gaming, gambling, financial services, and natural resources. Nick Alfillé heads up the department and is sought after for his expertise in cross-border M&A, private equity transactions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring. Alfillé is particularly adept in the financial services, property, and leisure sectors. Lesley Gregory has expertise in cross-border acquisitions, including for both UK-based and overseas clients. Another notable name in the group is Andrew Titmas, noted for his extensive experience advising on M&A, equity issues, corporate restructuring, and insolvency matters. Public takeover specialist Edward Baker, who joined the practice in September 2023 from Simmons & Simmons, is frequently instructed by both public and private companies on M&A, equity capital markets transactions, and takeovers. Baker's experience as a member of The Panel on Takeovers and Mergers makes him a key asset.

The corporate team at Payne Hicks Beach LLP boasts an impressive client base, as a result of its deep experience handling a range of transactions including M&A, private equity investments, and joint ventures. The practice is capable of handling domestic and cross-border matters and has expertise in a wide range of sectors such as financial services, technology, and professional services, as well as publishing, manufacturing, and real estate. Co-leading the team are Jonathan Gatward and Howard Taylor, both of whom are adept in advising on M&A transactions, private equity transactions, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations. Gatward has a particular focus on IP-rich businesses such as those in the publishing, fashion, and technology sectors, while Taylor concentrates on a range of sectors including financial services, food and beverages, and manufacturing. Cross-border M&A specialist Max Baird-Smith has extensive experience leading on multijurisdictional transactions for ultra-high net worth individuals and privately-owned businesses, while Isobel Symonds is noted for her aptitude in acquisitions and disposals, reorganisations, and shareholder arrangements.

With a sector focus on technology, real estate, private wealth, and retail, the corporate team at Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP has attracted an extensive and impressive client roster including notable household names. The group specialises in advising clients on M&A transactions, but is also adept in assisting on investments, fundraisings, and exits, as well as acquisition finance, restructuring, and refinancing. Fashion, luxury, and lifestyle expert Matthew Martin leads the department and concentrates on acquisitions and disposals, AIM listings and fundraising, and acquisition finance. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Mona Patel who has a breadth of experience including domestic and cross-border acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships, alongside restructuring, mergers, and buy-outs. Adam Carling is noted for his knowledge of the energy and technology sectors, often leading on private M&A and equity capital markets transactions, while Michaela Britton concentrates on advising overseas clients on a range of corporate transactions ranging from M&A to management buyouts. Emily MacDonald is a fashion, luxury, and lifestyle specialist, offering businesses representation in public and private M&A transactions, restructuring, and debt and equity finance.

The corporate practice at Trowers & Hamlins LLP has a particular focus on private equity-backed transactions in the healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and real estate sectors. The group has key strength in cross-border transactions. Private equity specialist Tim Nye leads the team and has extensive experience assisting clients on restructuring, refinancing, and sales, as well as acquisitions, disposals, and investments. Nye is also adept at handling complex transactions involving cross-border jurisdictions. Health, social care, and life sciences sector authority Alison Chivers is another notable name in the group for her aptitude in M&A deals, investments, disposals, restructurings, and joint ventures. Chivers is frequently instructed by institutional investors, private equity houses, corporates, and management teams.

With sector expertise in the technology, financial services, and insurance spaces, as well as in the hospitality and leisure, real estate, and logistics industries, the corporate department at Wedlake Bell LLP is capable of assisting a variety of clients on a range of corporate transactions including M&A, restructurings, and fundraisings. The group is adept in multijurisdictional transactions, and benefits from a multidisciplinary approach, working in tandem with the firm’s tax, finance, IP, and commercial teams, among others. Leading the practice is Adam Lynch, who has a breadth of experience leading on domestic and cross-border M&A deals and corporate finance, including venture capital and private equity transactions. Lynch is frequently instructed by clients from the corporate real estate, financial services, and technology sectors. Edward Craft is noted for his aptitude in M&A, fundraising, and reorganisations, while Nigel Taylor is adept in M&A and private equity transactions in the financial services, technology, and industrials sectors. Other key names in the group include Mark Tasker, who concentrates on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, equity capital markets matters, and corporate finance, and Stephen Callender, whose focus is M&A and UK capital markets.

Wiggin LLP has established itself as a popular choice for clients in the media, entertainment, and technology sectors, and has seen recent growth in the computer game industry. The corporate team assists both public and private companies in domestic and cross-border transactions including investments, M&A, and joint ventures.  Technology and media expert Ciaran Hickey heads up the practice and has extensive experience leading on M&A and venture capital transactions, and advising on joint ventures and reorganisations. The department also benefits from the expertise of Michael Brader - a recognised authority in the independent television production sector - and Ben Whitelock, who stands out for his deep knowledge of the media and technology sectors. Tom Gastrell is a notable name for his focus on venture capital, technology investments, and M&A. Gastrell is adept at handling multijurisdictional transactions on behalf of investors, corporates, founders, and entrepreneurs. The practice has been bolstered by the addition of David Nicholls, who joined from Dechert LLP in September 2023.

The corporate team at Withers LLP covers the sports, automotive, hospitality, and real estate sectors, as well as the creative industries, assisting founders and business stakeholders on a range of corporate transactions such as M&A, joint ventures, and investments. Leading the team is Paul McGrath, who concentrates on M&A transactions, demergers, and reorganisations. McGrath is frequently instructed by both domestic and international companies and investors. Private equity and luxury brand authority Graham Webster has extensive experience advising on M&A deals, early stage development capital, and joint ventures, while Sharon Whitehouse focuses on equity investments in private companies, fundraisings, M&A, and restructuring. The group also benefits from the cross-border expertise of Philip Watkins and Victoria Rodley, both of whom are adept in handling complex, multijurisdictional matters for multinational companies.

Specialising in public and private M&A transactions, corporate restructuring, and tax, the corporate team at Blake Morgan LLP is capable of handling complex cross-border deals. The group is active across a diverse selection of industry sectors including technology, media, engineering, and financial services. Martin Kay heads up the team and is noted for his expertise in capital restructuring, equity fundraises, and M&A. The department also benefits from the aptitude of Stojan Essex, who is frequently instructed by entrepreneurs, investors, and managed businesses. Michelle Davenport concentrates on exit strategies, M&A, shareholders’ agreements, and joint ventures, while Karen Foong focuses on acquisitions and disposals, venture capital investments, and corporate restructuring.

Boodle Hatfield LLP is active in a range of transactions for private companies, as well as advising individuals, families, and fund syndicates. Practice head Richard Beavan has extensive experience advising on IPOs, fundraisings, and M&A. Chartered Financial Analyst Rahul Thakrar is a key contact at the firm for his aptitude in negotiating the commercial terms of transactions, particularly private M&A, and advising on financial structuring. Richard Elliott has strength in international mandates, and handles M&A, joint ventures, corporate finance, real estate finance, and structuring.

Browne Jacobson LLP‘s corporate and M&A department has extensive experience assisting both public and private clients on domestic and cross-border transactions including M&A, investments, and restructuring. The team has broad sector coverage, ranging from financial services to retail, and has seen particular growth in the technology sector. Fintech and insurtech specialist Jon Snade heads the group and is noted for his expertise in private M&A transactions involving French-speaking clients seeking acquisitions in the UK. On the public company front, Murdoch Currie is the main contact at the firm alongside Shania Sood who assists on public market transactions. Harry Pearson is adept in M&A deals and venture capital investment round support.

Crowell & Moring U.K. LLP‘s corporate and transactional group is frequently instructed by public companies, investment firms, and high-net-worth individuals on various transactions, including equity financings and disposals. The team has cross-border capabilities and expertise across a range of industry sectors, including technology, financial services, and entertainment. Cross-border M&A specialist Simon Evers co-heads the practice alongside private equity, venture capital, and commercial transactional expert David Ramm. Evers has deep experience assisting multinational corporations on multijurisdictional transactions, while Ramm stands out for his aptitude in advising on fundraising, licensing, and joint ventures. Other notable names in the group include Stephen Bowman and Amanda Kwagala.

With a robust M&A offering, the corporate practice at Dorsey & Whitney is capable of handling both domestic and cross-border public and private transactions, and corporate advisory services including tax structuring and debt advice. Heading up the practice is Kate Francis, who is recognised for her extensive experience leading on M&A and capital markets transactions. Francis has particular strength in the insurance and professional services industries. Carsten Greve and Fabrizio Carpanini are noted for their expertise in M&A and private equity transactions, while Stewart Worthy concentrates on cross-border transactions, assisting both domestic and international clients. On the public takeover front, Mark Taylor is the main contact in the group.

Noted for its ‘collaborative approach’ and ‘practical advice,’ Druces LLP‘s corporate practice offers both transactional and advisory services to clients from a range of industry sectors including, but not limited to, healthcare, infrastructure, and mining. The group is adept at handling domestic and cross-border M&A and disposals for public and private companies. Christopher Axford leads the team and has extensive experience leading on M&A transactions and investments, with a particular focus on regulated businesses and Sharia compliant structuring. Neil Pfister specialises in the IT sector and assists with M&A transactions, structuring, and IP-related matters, while Stephen Ronaldson is adept at leading on M&A and disposals for public companies in the oil and gas, mining, and insurance sectors.

With expertise in public and private M&A, joint ventures, and shareholder arrangements, the corporate practice at Edwin Coe LLP continues to attract new clients from a range of industry sectors including real estate, hospitality, and TMT. Heading up the team is Russel Shear, who has deep experience leading on domestic and international M&A transactions. Daniel Bellau is noted for his aptitude in the real estate, leisure, and TMT sectors, while Alexandre Terrasse stands out for advising French companies and entrepreneurs on commercial transactions and investments in the UK.

The deals and structuring team at KPMG Law has expertise in M&A transactions, joint ventures, and partnerships, as well as spinoffs, and corporate restructurings. Kate Eades leads the practice and has extensive experience handling domestic and international M&A, joint ventures, and corporate finance transactions. Technology, fintech, and life sciences specialist Richard Woods is noted for his aptitude in advising on M&A and growth capital transactions, alongside joint ventures matters. Another key member of the team is Eoin Broderick who concentrates on M&A and private equity transactions, fundraising, and venture capital work. He joined the firm in January 2023 from Cripps.

Noted for its ‘top quality commercial advice,’ the corporate M&A team at Marriott Harrison LLP has extensive experience advising clients from a range of industries, including technology, life sciences, and industrials, on mergers, acquisitions, and disposals, as well as private equity and venture capital deals. Leading the group is Jonathan Leigh-Hunt, who is sought after by private equity houses, management teams, and investee companies for advisory services regarding acquisitions and disposals, and venture capital and private equity matters. Ian Morris stands out for his expertise leading on leveraged buy-outs, M&A, and exits, while David Baverstock is well-regarded for his aptitude in multijurisdictional M&A transactions. The practice also benefits from the proficiency of Simon Charles, who covers M&A, equity financing, and stock market admissions, and Daisy Divoká, whose practice extends to M&A, disposals, and restructurings.

Recognised for its commitment to understanding ‘the unique challenges and opportunities that each client faces,’ the corporate practice at Shoosmiths LLP is capable of handling complex multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions and advising on private equity and venture capital growth. The group has a deep experience acting in a variety of sectors including private equity, healthcare, and real estate. Ben Turner leads the department and is an expert in buy- and sell-side M&A deals, restructurings, and fundraisings, as well as private equity transactions. Venture capital and technology sector authority Steve Barnett is noted for his aptitude advising on venture and growth capital investments and M&A. Oliver Pilkington and Nick McCarthy focus on equity capital markets, while Elizabeth Ward and Kiran Dhesi stand out for their specialism in private equity.

Teacher Stern LLP‘s corporate and commercial practice is adept in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, private equity investments and exits, and joint ventures, as well as corporate restructuring, management buyouts, and corporate real estate transactions. Co-leading the team are David Ponsford and Kelly Whitfield, both of whom specialise in mergers, acquisitions, and disposals. Ponsford’s focus also extends to equity fundraising, shareholders’ agreements, reorganisations, and equity capital markets transactions. Claire Rollo stands out for her breadth of practice, covering M&A transactions, joint ventures and private equity deals, and corporate real estate. Other notable names in the group include Arran Brooker and Sing Li.

Wallace LLP‘s corporate practice is adept at handling an array of corporate transactions including M&A, disposals, and share capital sales. John Woodhouse leads the group and is sought after by consulting and technology businesses for his expertise in exits and M&A deals. Andrew Cooke is a notable name in the department for his breadth of specialism which covers domestic and international M&A, MBOs and MBIs, and restructuring. Recent addition to the team, Angus Young, who joined in April 2023 from Waterfront Solicitors LLP, stands out for his aptitude in venture capital and M&A matters, Young has additional strengths in MBOs, joint ventures, and restructuring, and is active in the technology, life sciences, and retail sectors.

Noted for being ‘experienced and efficient,’ the corporate department at Forsters LLP is adept at handling domestic and cross-border M&A transactions across a variety of sectors such as financial services, real estate, and technology. Stuart Hatcher heads up the practice and has expertise in M&A, venture capital, and private equity transactions, as well as shareholder investments and group reorganisations. Craig Thompson specialises in private equity and private M&A, while Dearbhla Quigley is recognised for her aptitude in multijurisdictional M&A transactions and capital markets.

GSC Solicitors LLP‘s corporate and commercial practice is led by cross-border M&A specialist Clive Halperin, who has expertise in a wide range of industry sectors including technology and artificial intelligence, retail, and healthcare. Halperin is described as ‘an exceptional lawyer’ who ‘stands out for providing a personalised service, getting to know and understand the client’s business, and for having a deep understanding of the intricacies of the law.’ David Nathan is another notable member of the team, and concentrates on share and business sales in the hospitality and care home sectors.

With expertise in private M&A and private equity investments, Hamlins LLP‘s corporate team continues to attract new clients, particularly from the sports and leisure sectors. Corporate transactions and secured lending specialist Aselle Djumabaeva-Wood heads up the group and is sought after by property investors, banks, and family offices for assistance on corporate acquisitions and real estate finance matters. The team also benefits from the aptitude of Roger Pointon, who concentrates on M&A, disposals, and joint ventures, as well as general corporate advisory.

Jointly led by Tony Roberts and Justin Ellis, the corporate team at iLaw handles investments, acquisitions and disposals matters, with a particular focus on the technology and media sectors. Ellis, one of the co-founders of the firm, focuses on M&A transactions, commercial contracts, and shareholder and investment agreements, while Roberts is adept in leading on domestic and cross-border M&A deals, joint ventures, and fundraising. Another notable name in the practice is Joe Moulding, who specialises in M&A transactions, commercial agreements, and joint ventures.

Bryan Bletso leads the corporate team at Irwin Mitchell. The group has expertise in private wealth and cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Bletso in particular is adept in private company transactions including disposals, refinancing transactions, acquisitions, and reorganisations. Debbie Serota is noted for advising ultra-high net worth individuals, families, and family offices on M&A deals, joint ventures, equity fundraisings, and shareholder agreements. The strength of the practice has been bolstered by the arrival of Geraint Lloyd, who joined the firm from Bird & Bird LLP in June 2023.

JMW Solicitors LLP has a strong corporate offering which covers acquisitions and disposals, restructurings, and demergers, as well as share buybacks, private equity investments, and joint ventures. Craig Harrison leads the practice and is instructed by financial institutions, high net worth individuals, and shareholders. The team also benefits from the expertise of Edwin Richards, noted for his aptitude in private equity, venture and development capital, and equity capital markets, and Alex O’Leary, who concentrates on business sales and purchases, fundraising, and joint ventures.

The corporate and M&A practice at Keystone Law has a particular focus on the TMT and healthcare sectors, and its expertise in these fields continues to attract new clients. Nadim Zaman specialises in M&A and corporate finance, while Dee Sian is adept in M&A and venture capital transactions. On the cross-border transaction front, Jeremy Davis is a key contact at the firm alongside Stuart Mathews, who joined the firm in 2023 from McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP.

Russell-Cooke LLP‘s corporate and commercial practice is capable of handling investments, sales of shares, and M&A transactions, among others, for an expanding client roster. Jonathan Thornton heads up the team and concentrates on acquisitions and disposals, reorganisations, and corporate finance matters. David Webster frequently leads on the sale and purchase of private companies, shareholder agreements, and refinancing, while Rachael Taylor focuses on mergers and demergers, as well as joint ventures.

RWK Goodman‘s corporate practice has deep experience advising public and private companies, as well as entrepreneurs and funders on a range of corporate transactions including M&A, disposals, investments, and joint ventures. John North heads up the group and concentrates on the IT, media, and publishing sectors. Edward Hoare is adept in M&A transactions, fundraising, and private equity, while Dominic Prentis leads the French desk and has a focus on publicly listed companies.

Simkins LLP has strengths in M&A, disposals, and IPOs, with a particular focus on the media and entertainment sector. The corporate practice is led by Giao Pacey, whose expertise covers debt financing, joint ventures, and M&A deals, among other corporate transactions. Both Ben Gisbey and Stuart Smith specialise in music business acquisitions, investments, and joint ventures.

Simons Muirhead Burton‘s corporate, commercial, and finance group offers both transactional and advisory services, including assistance on M&A, cross-border, and investment transactions. The team covers a wide range of industry sectors such as media, technology, and energy. Natalie Wright and Peter Weiss co-head the practice and have expertise in M&A, restructurings, joint ventures, and corporate finance transactions. Neal Hodges is noted for his aptitude in advising private equity houses on M&A and joint ventures, while Alon Domb concentrates on the media, technology, and property sectors.