Corporate/M&A

Mark Ellis is managing partner at Burness Paull. He is recognised for his experience across a range of corporate matters, handling significant M&A transactions and private equity work.

Chair of the firm Peter Lawson is known for his longstanding M&A practice. He has a wealth of experience advising both public and private companies on corporate transactions.

Christopher Gotts is a partner and co-head of the Burness Paull energy team. He is known for handling domestic and cross-border acquisitions and equity fundraisings on behalf of both public and private companies.

David Davidson is a well-regarded and experienced corporate partner. He acts for clients on a broad range of commercial mandates including M&A transactions and investments.

Grant Stevenson handles acquisitions, sales and restructuring matters. He leads the firm's media practice and stands out for his work on deals in that sector.

Paul Scullion is head of Burness Paull's corporate finance team. He shows aptitude for advising on domestic and cross-border matters relating to venture capital, as well as M&A and fund-raising transactions.

Robert Burns handles sales and acquisitions as part of his wide corporate practice. He advises entrepreneurs as well as owner-managed and family-run businesses.

Catriona Macallan advises on M&A and private equity transactions. She also heads up the firm's China desk.