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Winston Taylor LLP

Employee Share Schemes & Incentives

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Winston Taylor LLP

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Employee Share Schemes & Incentives - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Winston Taylor is well regarded for its broad knowledge of share schemes and incentives, with a particular strength in EMIs. The firm assists companies with a range of share options relating to IPOs and frequently supports companies with their M&A transactions. Winston Taylor has an impressive international practice, with particular strength in matters relating to the US market.

Work Highlights

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  • Winston Taylor advised Rezolve AI on its statutory demerger and subsequent listing on Nasdaq, through a SPAC combination with Armada Acquisition.

Strengths

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  • They have very strong subject knowledge and experience, enabling them to explain legal concepts to a non-legal audience well.

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  • The team is very knowledgeable and able to articulate the intricacies of incentive schemes easily to different audiences.

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  • The team is highly knowledgeable about complex regulations and provide clear, tailored advice that aligns well with business objectives.

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  • We had a complex problem that was solved with the best outcomes possible. I wasn't optimistic, but the team made miracles happen.

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  • Winston Taylor has an encyclopedic knowledge of the subject matter and a pragmatic, commercial approach to their problem solving.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Ann Casey
    Band 3Ann Casey

    Ann Casey

    Ann Casey heads the firm's incentives group and frequently advises on domestic and international share plans for global companies. She is valued for her astute advice to technology clients.
    • It's a pleasure working with Ann; she is one of the most knowledgeable players in the EIB space.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • When working with Ann and her team, you know you are in very capable hands.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • Ann is a pleasure to work with. She clearly has great experience of incentive schemes and is always incredibly responsive.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
  • Band 5Claire Matthews
    Band 5Claire Matthews

    Claire Matthews

    Claire Matthews has broad expertise in employee incentive arrangements, frequently advising major companies on remuneration plan design and implementation.

    • She is an excellent professional. Her technical ability and responsibility is brilliant.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • Claire is excellent to work with.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • Claire provided exceptional tax advice and has a great understanding of international considerations.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • Claire is great to work with, sophisticated and to the point, with great commercial awareness.

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  • Star AssociatesKatie Lewis
    Star AssociatesKatie Lewis

    Katie Lewis

    Katie Lewis is a widely praised senior counsel with expertise in share plans, most notably in the biotech market. She frequently supports private clients with corporate transactions, assists companies with IPOs and advises on other public company mandates.

    • Katie is extremely knowledgeable, with a practical and straightforward approach.

      Employee Share Schemes & Incentives respondentUK
    • Katie is very responsive and is strong on share plan matters.

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    • Katie provides outstanding service across the board, with exceptional client support.

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