Katerina Capras
Harbottle & Lewis LLPSpecialising in the technology, sports, music, film and TV, and gaming sectors, among other creative industries, the corporate team at Harbottle & Lewis LLP offers assistance on M&A and investment transactions, as well as joint venture and private equity transactions. The group is also capable of handling cross-border work involving international jurisdictions. ‘Renowned for his astuteness and seasoned expertise,’ Charles Leveque ’navigates operations with finesse.’ Leveque has extensive expertise in both public and private M&A, investments, joint ventures, and AIM flotations. Tony Littner and Tim Parker stand out for their deep knowledge of the media and technology sectors and experience leading on M&A transactions, fundraising, and joint ventures. Aviation, media, technology, and leisure specialist Colin Howes is noted for his aptitude in advising on M&A, investments, joint ventures, and commercial agreements, while Tom Macleod is recognised for his proficiency in acquisitions and disposals, financing rounds, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, and shares incentivisation schemes. Other key practitioners include Ed Lane, Teresa Walker, Emily Miles, Alex Gays, and Katerina Capras.
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Testimonials
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‘Tim Parker and Ed Lane show excellent attention to detail in agreeing corporate transaction terms, and we felt very much as though the team were working in our interests. They displayed appropriate levels of technical knowledge, especially with regard to issues such as drag rights.’
‘Working with this practice is easy. They have great people and good client focus.’
‘Nothing is too much trouble for Tony Littner and Tom Macleod. Their standout strength is bringing pragmatic and commercial solutions to our matters so that we achieve our strategic aims. ’
‘Colin Howes is my absolute first port of call for M&A. He's the person I make contact with as soon as there's an inkling of a deal. He's massively experienced, super-smart, very flexible, and has a genuine understanding of the 'art' as well as the 'science' of the deal.'
‘Harbottle & Lewis, under the leadership of Charles Leveque, along with associates Alex Gays and Emily Miles, showcased exemplary prowess in corporate and M&A realms. Our collaboration with them was nothing short of exceptional.’
‘Charles Leveque brings a wealth of experience to the table, particularly in corporate and M&A domains. Renowned for his astuteness and seasoned expertise, he navigates operations with finesse. Not only is he adept in his field, but his polite demeanour and unwavering professionalism elevate every interaction.’
‘Charlie Levesque is rigorous but also very pragmatic and constructive in his approach. He represented us on our most recent deal and, despite the small size of the transaction, I can sincerely say that I was served with the same or greater attention, responsiveness, and expertise as I would have expected on a large deal.’
‘Charlie Levesque and Alex Gays were extraordinary. Charlie and Alex stand out amongst all counsels we have used internationally. Their thoroughness was key in facilitating a fair deal for us. Their availability made me feel respected and in trusted hands at all points during the deal process.’
Key clients
- Rabbit Track Pictures Limited
- A pension provider
- TPXimpact Holdings Plc
- Telles Advogados
- LCG Entertainment, Inc.
- The shareholders of Pure IP Holdings Limited
- All Things Considered Group plc
- Metalogalva - Irmãos Silvas, SA
Work highlights
- Advised the shareholders of Pure IP Holdings Ltd on the sale of the entire issued share capital of the group to BCM One Group Holdings, Inc.
- Advised the Brasmar Group on its acquisition of C.T. Holmes & Co. Limited.
- Advised Rabbit Track Pictures Limited on its initial investment from Banijay’s £50m UK Growth Fund.
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Charles Leveque