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George Knighton

Europe 2026

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

UK

8 years ranked

About

Provided by A&O Shearman

Europe

Practice Areas

George Knighton has a wide range of experience advising on public and private mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and restructurings.

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Chambers European Guide

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - UK

Band 3

Individual Editorial

George Knighton concentrates his notable practice on the representation of clients in public and private M&A and corporate restructurings. His sector expertise includes experience in fintech and retail.

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Strengths

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George is very good and extremely knowledgeable.
Corporate/M&A: High-end CapabilityChambers European Guide

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