Employee Share Schemes & Incentives
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 3
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Taylor Wessing is well regarded for its broad knowledge of share schemes and incentives, with a particular strength in EMIs. The firm assists companies with a range of share options relating to IPOs and frequently supports companies with their M&A transactions. Taylor Wessing has an impressive international practice, with particular strength in matters relating to the US market.
Work Highlights
- Taylor Wessing advised TrustedHousesitters and Rockpool Investments on the incentives arrangements involved in the sale of TrustedHousesitters, a transaction worth at least USD100 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have tremendous depth and can introduce subject matter experts when appropriate."
"They are very responsive and attentive to the matters they handle."
"They are very knowledgeable, responsible and creative."
"They have tremendous depth and can introduce subject matter experts when appropriate."
"They are very responsive and attentive to the matters they handle."
"They are very knowledgeable, responsible and creative."
Notable Practitioners
Ann Casey heads the firm's incentives group and frequently advises on domestic and international share plans for global companies. She is valued for her astute advice to technology clients.
"She is super knowledgeable and capable of simplifying complex matters for clients."
"Ann is a sharp and collaborative partner."
"Ann combines her technical knowledge with incredibly commercial advice and does not pull her punches when it comes to giving a view."
Claire Matthews has broad expertise in employee incentive arrangements, frequently advising major companies on remuneration plan design and implementation.
"Claire demonstrates in-depth technical knowledge as well as knowledge of the market in which she operates, conveying great confidence and security in the decision-making process."
"Claire was very supportive and provided a very high level of service."
"Claire provided specialist knowledge and advice in an effective and efficient manner."
Katie Lewis is a widely praised senior counsel with expertise in share plans, most notably in the biotech market. She frequently supports private clients with corporate transactions, assists companies with IPOs and advises on other public company mandates.
"Katie's depth of knowledge is excellent. The work is always of the highest quality and she is always very responsive."
"Katie takes the time to explain complex matters in simple terms, which is a great asset."
"Katie was excellent to work with as she provided clear answers to all our queries in a timely fashion."
"Katie has great communication skills and is able to explain the most complex of matters in simple terms."