Corporate/M&A: £100-800 million
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Simmons & Simmons has recognised strength advising corporates and financial institutions on domestic and international deals with values in the hundreds of millions. It is highly skilled in a number of areas, including public takeovers, joint ventures and private sales. The department has sector-specific capabilities in life sciences, technology and the media. It exhibits strength representing clients in shareholder activism situations and has a growing presence in fintech.
Arthur Stewart is head of the firm's corporate group.
Work Highlights
- Simmons & Simmons acted for BP on its entry into a joint venture with Iberdrola.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The depth and breadth of the Simmons & Simmons team is strong, both directly within the corporate M&A team, but also in other teams that are important to M&A transactions in our sector."
"The advice we receive from the Simmons & Simmons team is pragmatic and commercial while still remaining thorough. They respond quickly and efficiently when unexpected issues come up."
"The Simmons & Simmons team work seamlessly together and handle all matters calmly and professionally. They are true representatives of their client."
"The depth and breadth of the Simmons & Simmons team is strong, both directly within the corporate M&A team, but also in other teams that are important to M&A transactions in our sector."
"The advice we receive from the Simmons & Simmons team is pragmatic and commercial while still remaining thorough. They respond quickly and efficiently when unexpected issues come up."
"The Simmons & Simmons team work seamlessly together and handle all matters calmly and professionally. They are true representatives of their client."