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Bristows LLP

Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


Bristows LLP

Rankings

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Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Bristows is proficient at advising both investor and investee companies on transactions in this space. It is particularly adept at advising on venture capital investments in the life sciences and technology sectors. The team also maintains expertise advising universities and research institutions on spinouts.

Work Highlights

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  • Bristows advised Beacon Therapeutics on its raising of USD170 million in Series B funding to advance the development of ophthalmic gene therapies.

Strengths

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  • Bristows has a combination of high level substantive expertise and a business-practical approach. The team is also super easy to work with and remarkably responsive.

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  • Bristows brings a pragmatic approach, creative problem-solving and clear communication.

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  • The firm provides superb service. It is communicative, responsive and of excellent quality.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Marek Petecki
    Band 4Marek Petecki

    Marek Petecki

    Marek Petecki excels at advising venture capital-backed companies and investors on a range of transactions. He is particularly experienced on venture capital transactions in the life sciences space.

    • Marek is amazing and an expert in the field of life sciences.

      Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment respondentUK
    • Marek is very experienced and knowledgeable.

      Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment respondentUK
    • Marek is exceptional. He is solutions-driven, thoughtful and efficient. He is also a pleasure to work with.

      Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment respondentUK

Ranked Individuals at Bristows LLP (1)

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    Marek Petecki

    Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

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