Duncan Sykes
UK Guide 2025
Band 3 : Corporate/M&A: £25 million and above
Band 3
About
Provided by Duncan Sykes
Practice Areas
Duncan is a Partner in the corporate team advising on M&A, investments, JVs and delivering exit and/or succession plans including by way of management buy-out. Duncan has particular experience of deals in the Energy and Developer sectors. He regularly acts on transactions with an international element, in particular with European, US and Canadian counter-parties.
Duncan is driven by building long term relationships with clients to help them achieve their ultimate aspirations, frequently working with other advisers to create the client’s desired transaction. His collaborative approach ensures the best deal for the client is delivered in a cost effective way within the appropriate timescale.
Chambers Review
UK
Duncan Sykes advises on all aspects of corporate and M&A work, with notable expertise in the science and technology sector. He also regularly works on private equity deals.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Duncan Sykes is very approachable and always looking to get things done."
"Duncan is a very reassuring head in tense negotiations."
"Duncan is able to anticipate commercial issues and provide well-rounded advice as a result."
"Duncan Sykes is very approachable and always looking to get things done."
"Duncan is a very reassuring head in tense negotiations."
"Duncan is able to anticipate commercial issues and provide well-rounded advice as a result."
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