Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP represents nominated advisers, brokers and AIM-listed issuers on a broad range of equity transactions, including fundraisings, IPOs and reverse takeovers. Praised for his 'excellent, pragmatic advice and expertise', Seb Orton leads the team which also includes Adam Carling, an energy and technology-focused partner who arrived from Bird & Bird LLP in October 2022.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • 'The Penningtons team is vastly experienced in the small-mid cap space and provide a high quality service at a reasonable rate.'
  • 'Seb Orton is greatly experienced in acting for small-mid cap PLCs and investment banks. He provides excellent, pragmatic advice and expertise and has a very calm approach. He has a great ability to quickly understand any challenges and find straightforward solutions without overcomplicating matters.'

Key clients

  • Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies Holdings
  • SkinBioTherapeutics plc
  • finnCap
  • Stanford Capital
  • Elixirr International PLC
  • Peel Hunt
  • SI Capital
  • Joh. Berenberg, Gossler & Co. KG
  • Liberum
  • Hannam & Partners
  • Torpedo Factory Group
  • Strip Tinning Holdings plc

Work highlights

  • Advising SkinBioTherapeutics on a placing and open offer.
  • Advising finnCap on a secondary fundraising for SRT Marine.
  • Advising Stanford Capital on a secondary fundraising for ImmuPharma.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Seb Orton

Other key lawyers

Adam Carling