Expertise
Practices and sectors
Our practices are organised around what clients need done. Our sector groups bring together lawyers who know how each industry works and is regulated.
§ 01Practices
Mergers & Acquisitions
Public and private acquisitions, carve-outs, joint ventures and activism defence, from first approach to closing.
Capital Markets & Finance
Equity and debt offerings, leveraged and acquisition finance, and ongoing disclosure for issuers, underwriters and lenders.
Restructuring & Insolvency
In-court and out-of-court restructurings for companies, creditors and investors in distressed situations.
Litigation & Trials
Commercial disputes, securities and shareholder litigation, and appeals, taken to trial when that is the right answer.
International Arbitration
Commercial and investment-treaty arbitration under the major rules, and enforcement of awards worldwide.
Antitrust & Competition
Merger control, conduct investigations and competition litigation before agencies and courts in the US, UK and EU.
Investigations & White Collar
Government enforcement, internal investigations and white-collar defence for companies, boards and individuals.
Employment
Workforce advice, executive arrangements and employment disputes for employers in the US and the UK.
Data, Privacy & Technology
Privacy compliance, cybersecurity incidents, AI governance and technology contracts.
Real Estate
Acquisitions, developments, financings and leasing of commercial property in the US and the UK.
Tax
Transactional tax planning, tax controversies and the tax structure of funds and investments.
§ 02Sectors
Financial Institutions
Banks, asset managers, insurers and fintech companies, on transactions, regulation and enforcement.
Private Capital
Private equity sponsors, credit funds and family offices, from fund formation to exits.
Technology & Media
Software, platforms, semiconductors and media companies, from venture rounds to public markets.
Life Sciences
Biotech, pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, on licensing, financing and regulatory matters.
Energy & Infrastructure
Power, renewables, transport and digital infrastructure, from project development to disputes.
Consumer & Retail
Brands, retailers and consumer platforms, on acquisitions, supply chains, consumer law and workforce.