Private Equity: Buyouts
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett enjoys a strong practice that frequently works with private equity funds on international matters, relying upon a well-resourced team of experts who are able to handle transactions with values in the billions. Its clients benefit from a stable of English and US-qualified lawyers, as well as a number of foreign experts with deep cross-border deal experience. The department maintains an impressive roster of clients, regularly working with leading US and European funds on complex and high-value buyouts.
Work Highlights
- Simpson Thacher & Bartlett advised Baring Private Equity Asia in connection with its EUR6.8 billion acquisition by EQT.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I am impressed by Simpson Thacher's responsiveness and quality of advice."
"Simpson Thacher provides very practical advice. The team brings what is important to us, then deals with everything else in the background."
"I am impressed by Simpson Thacher's responsiveness and quality of advice."
"Simpson Thacher provides very practical advice. The team brings what is important to us, then deals with everything else in the background."
Notable Practitioners
Amy Mahon is well known for the strength of her private equity practice, particularly as it pertains to deals in the infrastructure space. Her client base consists of well-known private equity sponsors and corporates.
"Amy is very good. She is very calm and knowledgeable."
Clare Gaskell counts a number of highly regarded private equity sponsors among her list of clients. She routinely advises with respect to domestic and cross-border M&A deals and takeovers, among other matters.
"Clare is exceptional, she is very client-friendly."
"Clare is a very solid safe pair of hands."
Ben Spiers is well thought of for his all-round corporate practice spanning private equity and traditional M&A. Spiers often supports some of the largest funds in the market in connection with cross-border buyouts and investments. His practice focuses on the telecommunications, media and technology sectors.
"Ben Spiers is good in the boardroom."
Geoffrey Bailhache is well known in the market both for his skilful handling of private equity M&A and his prior role as managing director of a major private equity house. He is deeply experienced in the full range of private equity mandates including acquisitions, disposals, leveraged buyouts and strategic minority investments.
"Geoffrey is a fantastic operator. He is sharp, concise and can get to the point."
"Geoffrey Bailhache has good people skills."
Ranked Lawyers at
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
UK