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Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment - UK-wide

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Covington & Burling is the preferred choice for many when it comes to life sciences deals, drawing from a pool of regulatory and industry experts to advise on growth investment transactions. The group's wider sector expertise also covers technology and cleantech. It regularly works with investors and emerging companies on venture financings as well as advising on post-investment management operations. Covington & Burling is well positioned to handle cross-border investments involving US and European entities.

Work Highlights

  • Covington & Burling advised Abingworth and Novo Holding on the GBP90 million Series A Financing for Myricx Bio.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Gubbins
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James Gubbins
3
Band 3
James Gubbins maintains an excellent venture capital practice as part of a broader offering that incorporates expertise in M&A and IPOs. His work focuses on deals in the life sciences and technology sectors.

James provides really strong legal counsel.

James is a consummate lawyer with deep sector understanding.

James M Halstead
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James M Halstead
4
Band 4

James Halstead is lauded for his skilful handling of sophisticated venture capital transactions. He frequently represents clients in the life sciences, technology and energy transition sectors. He currently sits as a managing partner of Covington’s London office.

James spots issues and his knowledge of the market is exceptional.

James is very clever and responsive.

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Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

James Gubbins
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James Gubbins
3
Band 3
James M Halstead
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James M Halstead
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Band 4