In an interconnected world, you need to operate internationally with ease. Local knowledge and an understanding of cultural differences can be a defining factor in the success of a deal. Covering 17 jurisdictions, our team has an outstanding record in cross-border M&A. We solve complicated issues and make your deal a seamless experience.
We can help throughout your business journey. From set-up and early-stage funding to larger investments like private equity and M&A, we act on buy-side and sell-side deals of all shapes and sizes. Whether it's an IPO, public takeover or private M&A, national or international, our extensive commercial experience will help make your transaction a success.
Our people are connected to their clients' sectors and enjoy working at the forefront of new areas of law and regulation. Our specialist knowledge lets us identify potential challenges before they become issues, de-risk transactions and get you the best outcome possible.
Advising some of the world's most innovative businesses means we're widely recognised for our deep expertise in technology, media and communications, life sciences and healthcare, real estate and energy, and private wealth. But we also have a strong background in cross-border M&A, capital markets and corporate restructuring for clients who are reshaping more traditional sectors such as financial services, consumer and industrials.
Our clients like our pragmatic approach. We won't waste your time, but are always available to update you on progress, so you're confident we're making a difference to your deal. If you'd like to know more about how we can help, please get in touch.
Areas of focus
M&APrivate equityVenture capitalEquity capital markets Debt capital markets & bonds Joint ventures Warranty & indemnity insurance General corporate Corporate litigation & post-M&A disputesProvided comprehensive German legal advice to US-Based Grant Thornton Advisors LLC in the bidding process for the audit firm Grant Thornton Germany.
Press releaseTaylor Wessing is once again providing comprehensive legal advice to Cologne-based DEUTZ AG, a leading global engine manufacturer, on its full acquisition of SOBEK Group GmbH (SOBEK). Based in Hirschberg, SOBEK is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-precision electric drive systems, which are used in unmanned aerial systems and military drones, among other applications. In the civilian sector, its customer industries include motorsports, medical technology, and robotics.
Press releaseAdvice to Austrian aircraft manufacturer Diamond Aircraft (part of the Aircraft Division of Wanfeng Auto Holding Group Co. Ltd.) on the reorganisation of the German air taxi pioneer Volocopter to secure its future.
Press releaseWe have advised the CEO and management team of Synthon, a global pharmaceutical company focusing on generic drugs, on its sale by BC Partners to Goldman Sachs Alternatives (Goldman Sachs).
Press releaseAdvice to lead investor General Catalyst on all legal aspects of the USD 450 million Series C financing in AI defence pioneer Helsing.
Press releaseWe have advised Mitel, a global leader in business communications, on its transaction to acquire Unify, the Unified Communications and Collaboration (UCC) and Communication and Collaboration Services businesses (CCS) of the Atos group.
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Advising RSM UK on its transatlantic partnership with RSM US and Canada
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Advising Figment on its acquisition of Rated Labs
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Advising Rezolve AI on its acquisition of Subsquid
by multiple authors
Advising on the launch of Antidote, the UK's new Bitcoin and fintech accelerator
by Richard Faichney and Elinor Picton
Advising BMLL Technologies on its acquisition by Nordic Capital
by multiple authors
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Our International Corporate team comprises more than 350 lawyers in Europe, USA, Middle East and Asia. We work in multi-jurisdictional teams focusing on cross-border M&A, capital markets and corporate restructuring. Our lawyers are widely recognised for their international expertise in technology, media & communications, life sciences & healthcare, and private wealth. In some of our larger jurisdictions we also have particular expertise in energy, specialised manufacturing, hotels, consumer & retail, and financial services.
Public takeover offers
Our guide gives an introduction to public company takeovers in the UK, which are structured either as a scheme of arrangement or contractual takeover offer. The guide covers the key commercial and legal aspects, including the Takeover Code requirements, such as offer conditions, stake-building, price, timetable, document contents and certainty of funds, as well as key percentages and merger control issues.
International expansion guide
Our international expansion guide is designed to steer and support companies looking to expand internationally in multiple jurisdictions. The aim of the guide is to provide high level information on some frequently asked questions across the range of legal topics companies typically ask us when looking to launch in a new market.
Global Data Hub
Our data protection microsite, is a one-stop shop for up-to-date, international information on data privacy law, offering practical insights, thought leadership and guidance on data protection law. All content on the Hub is available for free and receives over 30,000 visitors a month. We have added a wealth of GDPR-specific articles and a number of GDPR checklists supported by a bank of virtual learning webinars to help clients with their preparations for implementation.
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Analysis and exploration of legal and commercial issues in tech, IP, media and related sectors.