Chambers Review
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Corporate/M&A: Northern Ireland - UK
What the Team is Known For
Tughans has an impressive corporate team that has cultivated a healthy reputation for M&A and private equity work. It is trusted to advise a broad spectrum of corporates, private equity investors and wider investment funds on significant deals, especially those involving technology.
Strengths
Tughans is a firm that is very commercial in its approach.
We never have to wait long for a response to our questions from Tughans, and whenever we need a phone call or meeting, it's always handled in a timely manner.
We found the lawyers knowledgeable and experts in their field, whether that be corporate law or transactions.
Work Highlights
Tughans represented Mattioli Woods in its acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Doherty Pension & Investment Consultancy for £15 million.
Notable practitioners
John McGuckian is a highly skilled private equity specialist who is frequently sought out by investors and investees for his expertise in various investments.
He's an exceptional lawyer, demonstrated through his precise, professional and pragmatic delivery on projects.
John McGuckian has fantastic commercial awareness and applies this with wonderful expertise to offer a great service to his clients.
John always ensures that the advice given is the best for the business we are discussing and that everything is provided as efficiently as possible. I couldn't recommend John highly enough.
John has a fantastic commercial awareness and applies this with wonderful expertise to offer a great service to clients.
James Donnelly handles a wide range of M&A and private equity matters, while also advising clients on wider corporate finance and restructuring concerns. He is also head of the corporate department.
He gives good, practical advice, he is responsive, pragmatic and highly knowledgeable, and he goes above and beyond.
James Donnelly is an excellent lawyer.
Paul O'Brien handles a range of corporate matters, but has a particular focus on investments, acting for investment funds and investee companies.
He has a strong technical grasp of the law but can provide quality, commercial advice on a timely basis.
Paul is remarkably helpful, and if there is something urgent, he will get back to you very quickly.
He's available and happy to explain options and potential outcomes in order to simplify complex engagements.
He's very reliable and responsive to queries. He's also extremely knowledgeable, with a breadth of experience.