UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide
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BCLP maintains a highly experienced commercial practice that regularly acts on large-scale, business-critical agreements, often involving cross-border elements. It has a strong client roster, including businesses across the retail, property, energy and financial sectors. The team is regularly called upon to advise on commercial arrangements in the context of mergers and acquisitions.
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BCLP advised Carrefour on its franchise partnership with Dubai-based Apparel Group to establish its presence in India.
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The team's diversification of knowledge and experience stands out. They are capable of handling complex and sensitive negotiations.
BCLP are very detailed and have unique knowledge of the challenges we face. The team are always available at short notice.
The team have very good industry knowledge, breadth of experience and a very good grasp of our key commercial drivers. BCLP handle some very complex and bespoke matters and take a pragmatic approach.
The lawyers are thoughtful, supportive and responsive. Their advice is a combination of deep institutional knowledge and a clear understanding of our objectives.
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Carol Osborne is the global head of corporate and finance transactions at the firm. She maintains a strong, international client following in the luxury retail, manufacturing and private equity sectors.
Carol's expertise, client service and commercial awareness are outstanding.
Carol is an outstanding attorney and leader. She works across the globe, and her legal and strategic services are impactful.
Carol and her team are always responsive and able to assist us, and we value their advice.
Richard Shaw is technology and commercial transactions partner. He displays particular expertise in strategic contract negotiation on behalf of clients in retail, consumer products and manufacturing.
Richard is very commercial and proactive.
Richard provides an exceptional service.
Marcus Pearl is the global practice group leader for technology, commercial and data. In addition to acting for clients in the technology space, he has broad experience advising financial services and media sector clients, among others. He is an expert in strategic collaboration and service agreements, with a notable focus on cross-border deals.
Marcus understands customer requirements quickly and is sympathetic towards the client's needs.
Marcus is superb, and his attention to detail is miraculous.
He is very strategic, capable and works hard for his clients.
Commercial Contracts
Commercial Contracts
Commercial Contracts
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