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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment

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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Rankings

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Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment - UK-wide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Orrick represents cutting-edge technology companies on the full spectrum of venture capital work, including financings and IPOs. It also undertakes work for clients such as venture capital firms, angel investors and financial intermediaries. With its offices in Europe and Silicon Valley, the firm leverages its impressive global connections to provide an integrated cross-border investment platform.

Work Highlights

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  • Orrick advised Mosaic Capital on its investment in the GBP300 million financing of Highview Power, an energy storage pioneer.

Strengths

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  • The team at Orrick is highly professional with a great bench of talent and lots of institutional knowledge.

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  • Orrick possesses a strong and skilful team that covers all relevant areas of expertise. It provides a pragmatic approach and solution-oriented counselling.

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  • Orrick has undisputed knowledge of the market and the ability to advise on the full range of matters. The team's vast experience allows them to navigate complex deals seamlessly.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Chris Grew
    Band 1Chris Grew

    Chris Grew

    Chris Grew is an impressive operator whose market-leading practice is concentrated on venture capital investments in the technology space. He counts a number of prolific investors and emerging companies among his clients.

    • Chris is incredibly commercial in how he approaches negotiations.

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    • Chris clearly has a good reputation and has earned a good footing in the market.

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    • Chris is very experienced and well respected.

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  • Band 2Ylan Steiner
    Band 2Ylan Steiner

    Ylan Steiner

    Ylan Steiner is a highly regarded practitioner who is well versed in venture financings and related exit transactions. His client base includes a number of prominent companies and investment funds.
    • Ylan is an absolute star.

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    • Ylan is highly responsive, pragmatic and has great knowledge of market practice within the private equity space.

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    • Ylan is a consummate professional and incredibly experienced.

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  • Band 3Shawn Atkinson
    Band 3Shawn Atkinson

    Shawn Atkinson

    Shawn Atkinson shows strong capability advising on Series A-C and late-stage investments relating to a variety of jurisdictions including the USA, Europe and Latin America. He is also known for leading venture investments for sovereign wealth funds and well-known corporate funders.
    • Shawn is well connected and very commercial.

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    • Shawn brings excellent customer service, excellent market awareness and he is very commercially focused.

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  • Up and ComingJamie Moore
    Up and ComingJamie Moore

    Jamie Moore

    Jamie Moore has developed an impressive venture capital practice that involves representing early and late stage companies. He is particularly adept at advising clients in the technology space on a range of venture capital matters.

    • Jamie provides excellent service, a superior level of expertise and peace of mind.

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    • Jamie is a good lawyer and is quite sensible.

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