Corporate/M&A: Scotland
Europe Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
Contact number
(0131) 228 2400Chambers Review
Addleshaw Goddard acts for clients from sectors such as food and drink, technology, energy and life sciences, among others, on a range of national and international transactions. The firm offers expertise in the full range of corporate services including M&A, restructuring and private equity work. The team assists entities of all sizes, from large plcs to entrepreneur-owned growth companies. It provides additional expertise in corporate real estate matters.
Work Highlights
- Addleshaw Goddard acted for Orkla ASA on the acquisition of the entire issued shared capital of Healthspan Group.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"What impresses me most about Addleshaw Goddard is not just the quality of advice but how it's presented. The team understands our business so the advice we get is tailored and takes our context on board."
"The team know exactly what we want and get on with it efficiently, making the whole process is a lot easier. It feels like they're an extension of our team."
"What impresses me most about Addleshaw Goddard is not just the quality of advice but how it's presented. The team understands our business so the advice we get is tailored and takes our context on board."
"The team know exactly what we want and get on with it efficiently, making the whole process is a lot easier. It feels like they're an extension of our team."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Ley is a corporate partner at Addleshaw Goddard based in its Edinburgh office. He acts for clients on corporate transactions, with a focus on the consumer and retail sectors. He advises both sellers and purchasers on high-value corporate matters.
"Andrew provides us with wise counsel, taking complex situations and simplifying them while outlining all the risks."
"He always has his eye firmly fixed on the client's end goal."
David Kirchin is head of Addleshaw Goddard's corporate department in Scotland. He advises on transactions including sales, acquisitions and disposals, as part of his comprehensive corporate practice.
"David is an outstanding individual who has been a tremendous support to us on our growth journey."
"David is a well-known practitioner who is always easy to deal with. He knows how to prioritise the right things in a transaction."
Anna Brown is a corporate finance partner based out of Addleshaw Goddard's Glasgow office. She is noted for her work on a full range of transactional matters, with particular expertise in corporate finance and ECM deals.
"Anna is good to deal with as she is very commercial and pragmatic."
"She provides very considered and practical advice on extremely complex issues."
David McEwing is co-head of energy and utilities at Addleshaw Goddard and is based in Aberdeen. He is particularly knowledgeable on corporate matters in the oil and gas industry. He has experience advising on domestic and cross-border transactions.
"David is involved in big-ticket energy transactions."
"David is an invaluable resource for us. He brings significant experience and calmness to situations, and his management of often complex and contentious matters is very much appreciated."
David Horne is an Edinburgh-based corporate partner at Addleshaw Goddard. He has broad experience in corporate and commercial transactions and is noted for his ability to handle deals in the real estate sector.
"David responds quickly to queries and is very solution-driven."
Iain Sutherland is recognised for providing expertise in M&A, company sales and private equity investments, with noted experience in the food and drink and utilities sectors. He heads the firm's corporate group in Scotland.
"Iain is a highly experienced, insightful and responsive corporate adviser."