Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market
Europe Guide 2024 : UK
Band 4
Contact number
(020) 7648 9000Chambers Review
K&L Gates' key areas of focus include transactions in the real estate, energy, infrastructure and natural resources spaces. It provides a strong international offering, regularly advising on deals involving continental Europe and the Middle East. The department is particularly proficient in representing US companies on cross-border acquisitions into the UK and Europe, as part of a broad client base of corporate entities and financial sponsors.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates advised Pearson in connection with its acquisition of Personnel Decisions Research Institute for approximately USD185 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"K&L Gates' ability to manage the complexity of a transaction while working under time pressure is truly impressive."
"I really appreciate K&L Gates' ability to look at deeper levels of the questions that we ask."
"The K&L Gates team is so quick to respond, I am not sure if they ever sleep."
"K&L Gates' ability to manage the complexity of a transaction while working under time pressure is truly impressive."
"I really appreciate K&L Gates' ability to look at deeper levels of the questions that we ask."
"The K&L Gates team is so quick to respond, I am not sure if they ever sleep."
Notable Practitioners
Paul Tetlow is the head of the London corporate group, regularly assisting clients with the full range of transactional matters for AIM-listed clients. He is recognised for his work on takeovers and placings.
"Paul is a very strong and effective professional."
"Paul demonstrates extensive legal knowledge and experience in the field. He puts management teams at ease with his comprehensive understanding of transactions."