Corporate/M&A: £800 million and above
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
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Provided by Ashurst
With our extensive network of global corporate partners, we are well-resources in major commercial centres to advise on M&A, private equity, joint ventures, equity capital markets, reorganisations, governance and regulatory issues. This means that our lawyers have the range of experience to advise your business on its reputational and legal risks throughout its lifecycle. Our approach enables us to deliver practical, commercial solutions in relation to transactions and commercial, governance and regulatory matters.
Our corporate practice is fully integrated with our tax, competition, real estate, finance, disputes, IP, IT, employment and pensions practices. This multi-disciplinary team provides you with the broad service that you require, whether in relation to transactions or day to day corporate requirements.
Our multi-disciplinary team of lawyers pride themselves on understanding your business, and have a deep knowledge of the industry sectors in which you operate. As a result of this, we ensure that our advice is directly relevant to the needs of your business.
As a global corporate practice, our advice spans borders. Clients increasingly need access to the best-in-market advice across multiple jurisdictions in relation to transactions and other governance and regulatory issues. Our global presence ensures that we are able to mobilise teams across our offices to provide a seamless service in relation to cross-border matters.
Chambers Review
Ashurst represents corporates and financial institutions across a range of sectors, including infrastructure, real estate and natural resources. Its expertise spans big-ticket transactions, joint ventures and sponsor-side advisory work for investment banks on M&A. Ashurst's domestic expertise combines with experience across Europe and North America.
Work Highlights
- Ashurst advised Pure Health on its USD1.2 billion acquisition of Circle Health Group.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The individuals comprising Ashurst's team were, without exception, both very capable and personable."
"Ashurst are a full-service law firm with an excellent range of partners to work with. They are excellent in bringing the right people together in a team."
"Ashurst provide great support and are able to bring a deal to a good end in all circumstances. The team always provide excellent service and they are there when you need them."
"The individuals comprising Ashurst's team were, without exception, both very capable and personable."
"Ashurst are a full-service law firm with an excellent range of partners to work with. They are excellent in bringing the right people together in a team."
"Ashurst provide great support and are able to bring a deal to a good end in all circumstances. The team always provide excellent service and they are there when you need them."
Notable Practitioners
Karen Davies wins praise from across the market for her excellent handling of M&A and capital markets transactions. Her client base consists of a number of well-known corporates and financial institutions. She acts as global chair of Ashurst.
"Karen is superb with her knowledge and experience and leads any team with her calm expertise and can-do spirit."
"Karen is an outstanding adviser. She is responsive, thoughtful and commercial."
"Karen is extremely proactive, knowledgeable and client-focused."
Thomas Mercer ably assists clients on all manner of corporate transactions, including domestic and cross-border M&A and financings. His experience as secretary of the Takeover Panel is the subject of particular acknowledgement.
"Thomas is a very good lawyer."
"Tom is extremely knowledgeable in this area. He is both practical and efficient in his advice and his execution is also excellent."
"His assistance, particularly in matters relating to the takeover code, is very highly valued."
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