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Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Scotland

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What the Team is Known For

Shepherd and Wedderburn acts for clients on the full spectrum of corporate matters in sectors such as energy and natural resources, technology and financial services. It houses a strong bench of lawyers with recognised expertise in cross-border corporate transactions. The team advises prominent clients on the full range of sophisticated and high-value M&A and investment matters. Its strength across Scotland is complemented by additional presence in London and Dublin, providing a rounded service to national and international clients.

Strengths

Shepherd and Wedderburn offers technical expertise and a willingness to spend time to understand the needs of your business. They are very friendly, approachable and easy to work with.

They are very responsive, and in intense negotiations they brought a real sense of politeness to the conversation. We were proud to have them on our side.

The corporate team demonstrated excellent clarity in communications, meticulous attention to detail and rapid responses.

The team have supported on a range of complex topics and issues with ease and confidence, coordinating effectively with their colleagues in other teams.

Work Highlights

Shepherd and Wedderburn advised Cierco in relation to its acquisition of SBM's shares in Floventis Energy, giving Cierco full ownership of the rights to two floating offshore wind projects in the UK and USA.

Notable practitioners

Stephen Trombala is a corporate finance partner at Shepherd and Wedderburn. He has significant experience handling M&A transactions and advising on private equity fundraisers. He advises on deals in the oil and gas and technology sectors.

 

Stephen Trombala and his team represent a safe pair of hands who offer balanced, pragmatic and solution-oriented advice that distinguishes them from others in the industry.

John Morrison is a Glasgow-based partner at Sheppherd and Wedderburn. He demonstrates experience in a range of corporate activities, particularly in the renewable energy sector.
 

He's a good solicitor who I have a lot of time for.

 

John is very calm under pressure and is very pragmatic when he gives advice. He really understands the commercial reality.

Tom Swan leads Shepherd and Wedderburn's financial technology advisory team. He has expertise in a range of corporate work, including M&A, fundraisings and restructuring. He has a particular focus on the oil and gas industry, as well as advising clients in financial services.

 

Tom provides pragmatic, timely and proportionate advice, delivered using a deep understanding of our business.

 

Tom provides clear, calm and concise advice with a strong commercial view on value and risk when approaching potentially complex issues.

George Frier is head of Shepherd and Wedderburn's food and drink group. He advises on corporate matters in sectors such as technology and agribusiness. His client base includes both investors and companies.

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