Telecommunications
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
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+1 212 903 9000Chambers Review
Linklaters leverages its formidable capacity for high-value M&A, capital markets and corporate restructuring transactions to win roles on significant deals in the telecoms sector. The team frequently acts on telecoms infrastructure transactions for operators in Africa and the Middle East. Further expertise lies in regulatory matters for major UK telecoms operators, and also data protection mandates.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised InfraVia Capital Partners on a joint venture between Telefonica, Liberty Global and InfraVia. The investment rollout is approximated to be £4.5 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Linklaters firm has excellent associates who are very responsive and bright. They care about the work they do and they have excellent attention to detail."
"Linklaters, as a firm, has the breadth to be able to handle all aspects of a complex M&A transaction."
"The Linklaters team has real depth and breadth, and this comes through on larger transactions where the team is able to scale up when needed without losing quality."
"The Linklaters firm has excellent associates who are very responsive and bright. They care about the work they do and they have excellent attention to detail."
"Linklaters, as a firm, has the breadth to be able to handle all aspects of a complex M&A transaction."
"The Linklaters team has real depth and breadth, and this comes through on larger transactions where the team is able to scale up when needed without losing quality."
Notable Practitioners
Julian Cunningham-Day is particularly well versed in advising on the commercial aspects of telecommunications matters. He is also highly regarded for his regulatory expertise and regularly advises on both national and international matters.
"Julian Cunningham-Day is a clear expert in the telecommunications area."
David Martin is recognised for his work leading transactions involving digital infrastructure, such as fibre, towers and data centres.
"David is a pleasure to work with: understanding, engaged and very pragmatic in his approach."