In addition to handling a steady stream of primary and secondary fundraisings for AIM-listed clients and brokers such as Cavendish Securities, Dentons stands out for its ability to handle equity transactions in emerging markets, fielding a team capable of coordinating with the firm’s global network on fundraises and public M&A. The team is also noted for its US securities expertise, which it frequently brings to bear when handling UK fundraises for international clients. UK corporate head Neil Nicholson is an expert on AIM listings and takeovers, and Verity Kent is noted for her expertise in the TMT and natural resources sectors.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The team are engaged and collaborative, always willing to consider the commercial position of any deal and act accordingly. Strong advice provided when necessary and key to the completion of a number of deals.’

  • ‘The team are highly personable and explain complex items in a clear and concise manner, only raising issues that require time and consideration.’

Key clients

  • Science in Sport plc
  • RA International plc
  • Cavendish Securities plc
  • Kinovo plc
  • Quiz plc
  • PRS REIT plc
  • Hurricane Energy plc
  • Menzies (John) plc
  • Stifel Nicolaus Europe
  • Canaccord Genuity
  • Ondine Biomedical

Work highlights

  • Advised SCF Partners on its strategic investment in AIM-listed Tekmar Group plc.
  • Advised Cavendish Securities plc as bookrunner and broker on capital fundraisings for Concurrent Technologies plc and Rosslyn Data Technologies plc.
  • Advised AIM-listed UK-based oil exploration and production company Hurricane Energy plc on its takeover by Prax Exploration & Productions plc, implemented by way of a scheme of arrangement.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Neil Nicholson

Other key lawyers

Brian Moore, Darren Acres, Verity Kent, Fiona Hollingdale