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LAWYER PROFILE

Richard Smith

UK 2026

Slaughter and May

Ranked in 1 practice area

Corporate/M&A: £800 million and above

London (Firms)

1 year ranked

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Corporate/M&A: £800 million and above - London (Firms)

Band 5

Individual Editorial

Richard Smith maintains notable experience on public and private M&A in addition to equity capital markets matters. He sits as co-head of the firm's corporate and M&A group.

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Strengths

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Richard's calm and thoughtful demeanour means that he is uniquely liked and relied upon.
Corporate/M&A: £800 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Richard is an excellent lawyer.
Corporate/M&A: £800 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Richard's knowledge and his ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal people is outstanding. He is a remarkable lawyer with an incredible legal brain and talent.
Corporate/M&A: £800 million and aboveChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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