James M Halstead
UK Guide 2025
Band 3 : Life Sciences: Transactional
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About
Provided by James M Halstead
Practice Areas
James Halstead is a partner in the Corporate Practice and is resident in Covington's London office. He is recognised by his clients for his expertise in handling complex transactions. His clients include international pharmaceutical and tech companies, as well as leading venture and growth capital investment funds active in these sectors together with their portfolio companies. His practice is focused on transactions concerning the development of, and realization of value in, new technologies. He has substantive experience in sell and buy-side M&A transactions and regularly advises on fund raisings. Mr. Halstead also advises on commercial transactions including technology transfers, intellectual property pipeline arrangements, licensing and joint ventures.
Chambers Review
UK
James Halstead is well regarded in the sector for his handling of potentially market-changing corporate, capital markets and venture capital deals. He has a diverse client base ranging from medical charities through to large pharmaceutical companies.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"James is very experienced in venture financings. He has a commercial approach and great attention to detail."
"James is an excellent lawyer."
"James is a very strong technical lawyer."
"James is very experienced in venture financings. He has a commercial approach and great attention to detail."
"James is an excellent lawyer."
"James is a very strong technical lawyer."