Chambers Review
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Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market - UK
What the Team is Known For
Stephenson Harwood assists a host of clients with domestic and international deal work, and is experienced in working with acquirers and sellers. It is particularly strong on transport, energy, consumer goods and real estate transactions. The department is able to call upon a roster of sector experts to advise on transactions in highly regulated industries, including healthcare and financial services.
Strengths
The Stephenson Harwood team is thorough and responsive while clearly holding great experience at closing transactions.
The Stephenson Harwood team are commercially minded while displaying problem solving and commitment in driving the project forward. They are very helpful and supportive in thinking through problems.
The lawyers at Stephenson Harwood are technically astute and have good project management skills, in addition to providing us with consistent updates so we are always kept fully updated on progress.
Work Highlights
Stephenson Harwood acted for Inspired Education Group on its acquisition of the Alpha Plus Group from DV4, in a transaction valuing the enterprise at over £230 million.
Notable practitioners
Sam Gray is a key contact.