Corporate/M&A: £100-800 million
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Chambers Review
Addleshaw Goddard represents an array of FTSE100 and FTSE250 corporates, with notable expertise in energy, real estate, retail and financial services transactions. Its private equity strength is also noted. The department handles a wide range of domestic and international work, with a wealth of expertise in matters concerning India and Africa.
Work Highlights
- Addleshaw Goddard acted for Rathbones in its all-share combination with Investec to acquire its discretionary wealth manager business. The transaction values the business at £839 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Addleshaw Goddard is able to call upon advice quickly from multiple disciplines, as and when required. We are impressed with the capability and responsiveness from all involved."
"The Addleshaw team is pragmatic and focused on the outcome. It has a great ability to handle complex matters and to assist clients in making informed decisions after considering the options."
"The Addleshaw Goddard team is very good at thinking through the transaction to get the best possible result."
"Addleshaw Goddard is able to call upon advice quickly from multiple disciplines, as and when required. We are impressed with the capability and responsiveness from all involved."
"The Addleshaw team is pragmatic and focused on the outcome. It has a great ability to handle complex matters and to assist clients in making informed decisions after considering the options."
"The Addleshaw Goddard team is very good at thinking through the transaction to get the best possible result."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Penney is a prominent corporate lawyer who possesses a deep understanding of equity capital markets transactions and public takeovers, bolstered by time spent as the secretary of the Takeover Panel.
Head of Addleshaw Goddard's UK M&A team, Christopher Taylor adeptly handles mergers, acquisitions and strategic investments for a range of clients, including public companies. Also serving as head of the firm's African business group, Christopher has significant experience undertaking corporate transactions in African jurisdictions.
"Christopher Taylor is pragmatic and thinks outside of the box. He is also solution-oriented with a good understanding of M&A and good knowledge of the market."
"Christopher is an excellent relationship partner who is technically strong and delivers client-friendly advice."