Corporate/M&A | UK

A&L Goodbody has a leading corporate practice with an international profile and the capacity to act on major cross-border deals. It combines expert knowledge of M&A, transaction management and private equity investments with specialisms in energy, healthcare and technology.

Arthur Cox has an established corporate practice with the ability to take on high-profile and cross-border transactional work. It regularly advises on sale and purchase agreements and strategic acquisitions. It acts on behalf of an impressive portfolio of clients across a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy and retail.

Carson McDowell is a prominent Northern Ireland firm that advises on matters ranging from acquisitions and disposals to corporate governance. It is noted for its specialist knowledge of the manufacturing and construction sectors and its strength in complementary disciplines such as competition, environmental and planning law. The team is well equipped to oversee deals spanning multiple jurisdictions.

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.

Davidson McDonnell has a notable team with strong corporate and transactional capabilities, covering a broad remit of M&A and investment work. It demonstrates expertise in the technology and healthcare industries.

Mills Selig is esteemed for its strength in M&A transactions, in addition to private equity work. Its clients benefit from an integrated service across various disciplines within the firm, including highly regarded expertise in its property practice.

Millar McCall Wylie has an established corporate practice that advises on matters ranging from M&A to commercial contracts. It is noted for its strong connections to the local market, where it frequently advises local entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses and private equity funds.

Pinsent Masons Belfast advises clients on a wide range of M&A transactions and investments across several sectors, including healthcare and life sciences. The firm has notable experience handling cross-border transactions.

Cleaver Fulton Rankin houses a respected transactional team with strong regional links across Ireland and the UK. It provides expertise across the spectrum of corporate law and wider commercial issues. The team demonstrates particular experience in the energy and manufacturing sectors, alongside a presence in the technology industry.

Elliott Duffy Garrett acts for local clients as well as those based across the UK and Republic of Ireland. It advises on all manner of commercial matters, including M&A and shareholder agreements. It works for entities across a diverse range of sectors, such as construction and pharmaceuticals. 

Johnsons Solicitors provides clients with a wide range of commercial legal services, with recognised strength in the UK and Republic of Ireland markets. It is held in particularly high esteem for its expertise in the retail and manufacturing sectors.

Shoosmiths has developed a strong practice centred on advising Northern Ireland-based companies, as well as private equity funds investing into the region. The group is experienced in advising on venture capital investments and private equity sponsored acquisitions and representing shareholders in the sale of their businesses.