Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer houses a heavyweight M&A practice with a proven track record in complex domestic and cross-border transactions, calling upon a strong roster of expert transactional lawyers with deep experience in the field. It is considered the first port of call for a distinguished and international client base in industries including telecommunications, oil and gas, and food and drink. Freshfields has a strong presence across Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer advised MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company in connection its acquisition of Mediclinic in a transaction valued at £3.7 billion.
Strengths
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"The Freshfields team is never overawed by complexity - rather it thrives on it."
"There is a clear benefit and advantage of the size and scope of the Freshfields practice. We benefit from the ability of the firm to handle all aspects of a transaction in English law and globally."
"Freshfields' service levels and responsiveness sets it apart from other firms; in my experience it is second to none."
"The Freshfields team is never overawed by complexity - rather it thrives on it."
"There is a clear benefit and advantage of the size and scope of the Freshfields practice. We benefit from the ability of the firm to handle all aspects of a transaction in English law and globally."
"Freshfields' service levels and responsiveness sets it apart from other firms; in my experience it is second to none."
Notable Practitioners
Claire Wills is sought after by major corporate and financial services clients owing to her foremost capabilities in sophisticated, transformational M&A deals. She serves as the firm's London managing partner.
"Claire has a good sense for both client objectives and market practice."
Julian Long enjoys a formidable reputation for his experience handling transformational corporate transactions for a clientele of leading blue-chip companies. He also offers high-quality strategic advice to senior figures within top corporates.
"Julian Long's ability to apply his judgement and manage a board's expectations is hugely helpful."
Piers Prichard Jones maintains a highly rated corporate practice that incorporates strength in heavyweight domestic and cross-border M&A. He co-heads the London M&A group, and offers additional counsel in activism situations and corporate governance matters.
"Piers is fantastic; he is a go-to person for complex transactions."
Andrew Hutchings exhibits strength in M&A in a variety of sectors, including consumer products, infrastructure and financial services. His practice is broad in its international scope, and he services a clientele of corporates and investment funds.
"Andrew Hutchings is a technical heavyweight, but he is also practical and commercial."
"What strikes me is Andrew's knowledge of public company M&A. His advice about potential roadblocks is always spot-on."
"Andrew is excellent; he is very thorough and proactive."
Oliver Lazenby offers clients strong counsel on public and private M&A, covering a broad suite of industry sectors, including financial services, retail and gaming. He offers further expertise in capital markets transactions and corporate governance matters.
"Oliver is hugely knowledgeable and he is a pragmatist. He has great style and he is always available."
Jennifer Bethlehem impresses with her adroit handling of domestic and cross-border M&A. She heads the firm's consumer and healthcare practice globally.
"Jennifer complements a really personable approach with real technical capability and excellent grasp of detail."
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