Robert Wood > Osborne Clarke LLP > Reading, England > Lawyer Profile

Noted for having an ‘extremely professional, practical, hard-working and friendly’ nature, Osborne Clarke LLP possesses a strong grounding in mid-cap private equity, growth capital and corporate reorganisation related mandates. Co-lead Sara Valentine is noted for her expertise in cross-border M&A transactions and is well-versed in the field of technology, while fellow co-lead Greg Leyshon is equipped to handle a broad range of transactions, with particular strength in the communications sector. Robert Wood deploys his expertise in venture and growth capital market to assist growing companies in the technology, media and communications sector, while Rob Hayes is an established presence within technology and life sciences industries. Mike Freer leads the firm’s specialist management advisory group.

Covering early-stage investment rounds, high-value fundraisings, and complex funding rounds, the ‘impressive, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented’ Osborne Clarke LLP works with a global client roster. Especially renowned for its work in the life sciences, renewable energy, and financial services sectors, the team routinely acts on behalf of both investors and investees in pre-seed investments, as well as spinouts and exits. Based in Thames Valley, practice head Robert Wood covers all aspects of the venture and growth capital market. Reading-based Justin Starling is noted for his tech sector expertise, while Thames Valley-based Rob Hayes advises clients on buy-and-build strategies and M&A activity. From London, Mathias Loertscher primarily focuses on the media and communications industries, while Matthew Edwards concentrates on strategic transactions and exits. Bristol-based James Taylor regularly advises investors and management teams. The Reading-based Elizabeth Yell is also recommended.