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Shoosmiths LLP

Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above

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Shoosmiths LLP

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Our team advises UK and international organisations on achieving their strategic goals and prides itself on delivering highly complex, high-profile transactions for our clients.

These clients include entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals; fast-growth companies and SMEs through to multinational household names as well as financial advisers and institutional sponsors. This range gives an unrivalled 360 degree view on the M&A market both from a buy-side and a sell-side perspective.

Our specialist lawyers have a deep-rooted knowledge of the latest trends and developments in M&A and proven experience in providing a comprehensive service and negotiating the best transactional outcome for their clients. We take a fully integrated approach to transactions leveraging multi-disciplinary technical knowledge from our specialist teams working with our client’s overseas lawyers to provide a seamless one-stop service.

We are results-orientated, focused on providing cost-effective business solutions rather than obstacles. We are proactive in our approach, do not point score with other advisers and pride ourselves on our pragmatic, commercial approach that aligns itself to the client’s objectives and priorities and provides clear and decisive advice every step of the way. This combination of technical, transactional and sector excellence enables us to offer a best in class service to deliver transactions on the best possible terms.


Clients (5)

  • Halma plc
  • Smoove plc
  • The sellers of London Drainage Facilities Limited
  • Rotala Group Limited
  • Evelyn Partners LLP

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Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above - North West

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Shoosmiths advises on a range of M&A and acts for numerous high-profile companies on both domestic and international matters. It provides expertise in private equity transactions, public company takeovers and venture capital. Its lawyers act across an array of sectors, including manufacturing and retail, and also has considerable experience representing landowners and developers in corporate real estate mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Shoosmiths advised the board of Hipgnosis Songs Fund on the competitive bidding process which ultimately led to a USD1.6 billion takeover offer from Blackstone.

Strengths

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  • The team demonstrates strong depth and breadth with a solid range of expertise across relevant areas, demonstrated by its ability to handle complex matters efficiently.

    Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

  • They provided swift, efficient and commercial advice in order to move the transaction forward at all times.

    Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

  • They are diligent, hard-working and responsive.

    Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

  • They took everything in their stride despite very difficult and challenging matters raised, ensuring success in the end.

    Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

  • They were very good.

    Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew Millar
    Andrew Millar

    Andrew Millar

    Andrew Millar advises public and private companies on M&A transactions, capital markets and corporate reorganisations. He is particularly noted for his experience driving international transactions.

    • Andrew is very good, a very competent operator and a very calm and confident guy who is very measured in what he says and how he says it. He is quite steely and firm, yet very pleasant to deal with.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

    • Andrew demonstrate a proactive approach, clear communication and a genuine commitment to client success.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

    • He is a very solid performer in every aspect.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

    • Andrew is simply a master of his trade and deserves all recognition.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK
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  • Elia Montorio
    Elia Montorio

    Elia Montorio

    Elia Montorio is Shoosmiths' national head of M&A and leads the law firm's corporate team for the North West. She has particularly notable experience working on acquisitions and disposals with cross-border aspects.

    • Elia has good relations with counterparty lawyers and so can quickly get things agreed pragmatically. She is good to work with.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK

    • Elia is a force of nature.

      Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above respondentUK
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North West

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