George Knighton > Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

A number of high-profile investors, sponsors, and corporates turn to Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP for its expertise in governance matters. The team advises on significant domestic and global M&A transactions, while also delivering strategic guidance to boards of directors and advice on corporate disclosures, shareholder activism, and listing regulations. Practice head George Knighton is noted for his capabilites concerning both public and private M&A, alongside private equity deals and governance concerns. Scott Hopkins and Elizabeth Robertson have retired from the firm.

With strong M&A and PE capabilities – anchored by a deep bench of advisers with extensive sector experience – Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP is routinely instructed by blue chip corporations and financial sponsors across myriad sectors, including financial services, pharmaceutical, telecoms and insurance. The team excels in transatlantic corporate deals, boasting strong capabilities in cross-border M&A and US inbound transactions. Team leaders include Lorenzo Corte, who specialises in cross-border transactions, contested takeovers, de-SPAC transactions and corporate governance work; Katja Butler, a private equity specialist; and George Knighton, who offers significant expertise in M&A, private equity and restructuring transactions. Simon Toms is recommended for his experience advising on transactions involving public bids. Also noted for their broad practice is Denis Klimentchenko, who is involved in various high-profile transactions, and Sarah Knapp, who continues to assist on a range of transactions. Both Scott Hopkins and John Adebiyi have retired.