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Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP
We work with leading domestic and international companies, investment banks, fund managers and private equity houses on major transactions throughout the UK and beyond. On the public company side our corporate clients range from FTSE 100 blue chips to smaller AIM companies; on the private company side our clients range from large international groups to owner-managed SMEs. At the core of our partner-led approach is a deep understanding and appreciation of our clients' ambitions and objectives.
Our clients value our industry knowledge, extensive experience and technical expertise and rely upon us to deliver public and private mergers and acquisitions, equity capital markets transactions, venture capital investments, joint ventures, group restructurings and returns of value. We also advise on corporate governance and administration and regulatory compliance matters.
Chambers Review
Shepherd and Wedderburn acts for clients in sectors such as energy and natural resources, technology and financial services across the full spectrum of corporate matters. The firm offers a strong bench of lawyers with recognised expertise in cross-border corporate transactions. The team advises prominent clients on the full range of sophisticated and high-value M&A and investment matters. Its strength across Scotland is complemented by additional presence in London and Dublin, providing a rounded service to national and international clients.
Work Highlights
- Shepherd and Wedderburn acted as Scottish counsel on Chart Industries USD4.4 billion acquisition of Howden.
Strengths
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"We have consistently found expertise in all our business areas of interest at the first."
"They provide excellent service and great support during transactions. The team is magnificent!"
"They moved at the right pace and were always very responsive to our requests."
"They're quick and helpful, no matter the question."
"We have consistently found expertise in all our business areas of interest at the first."
"They provide excellent service and great support during transactions. The team is magnificent!"
"They moved at the right pace and were always very responsive to our requests."
"They're quick and helpful, no matter the question."
Notable Practitioners
Stephen Trombala is a corporate finance partner at Shepherd and Wedderburn. He has significant experience handling M&A transactions and advising on private equity fund-raisers. He advises on deals in the oil and gas and technology sectors.
"Stephen is a real expert with great overall commercial and tactical awareness."
"Stephen is very good and stands out as a corporate lawyer."
George Frier is head of Shepherd and Wedderburn's food and drink group. He advises on corporate matters in sectors such as technology and agribusiness. His client base includes both investors and companies.
"George is exceptional. He's always aligned with his clients and brings hard work and humour to his communications and deliverables."
"It has been a pleasure working with George."
John Morrison is a Glasgow-based partner at Sheppherd and Wedderburn. He demonstrates experience in a range of corporate activities, particularly in the renewable energy sector.
"John is an excellent lawyer who gives support legally and commercially."
"John is very strong and meets our expectations."
Tom Swan leads Shepherd and Wedderburn's financial technology advisory team. He has expertise in a range of corporate work, including M&A, fund-raisings and restructuring. He has a particular focus on the oil and gas industry, as well as advising clients in financial services.
"Tom is very good and capable of filling in across energy-specific matters."
"We receive professional and timely responses to any questions from Tom."
"He's clear and concise in his advice at all times."
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Members
Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP
Head of Department
John Morrison
Katy Barclay
Keir Willox
Stephen Gibb
Tom Swan