England - London • Corporate and commercial
Lewis Silkin‘s combination of ’business acumen’ and ‘unrivalled knowledge of the communications and tech industries��� makes it a strong choice for a range of top clients in the advertising and marketing and tech sectors. In recent years, the team has broadened its cross-border capabilities and experienced considerable growth in fintech and start-up opportunities. The practice is headed up by Paul Rajput whose advertising and marketing expertise makes him a key contact for some of the world’s largest marketing communications networks, among other clients. The ’extremely knowledgeable’ Jo Evans regularly assists private businesses with the implementation of their growth plans and exit strategies.
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‘Jo Evans is extremely knowledgeable, approachable and explains potential issues is a very clear and simple manner.’
‘Both Jo Evans and Joe Lythgoe were dedicated and conscious of potential impacts on the transaction if deadlines slipped. Both made themselves consistently available to ensure the deal was on track. Particularly great at ironing out issues as they arose, quickly and effectively.’
‘Lewis Silkin has an outstanding corporate M&A team. Great business acumen, very strong negotiating skills and an unrivalled knowledge of the communications and tech industries.'
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Partner specialising in wide range of corporate and commercial issues, principally in the marketing services and communications sector and digital technology sector, including mergers and acquisitions; private equity transactions; start-ups and joint ventures; demergers and reorganisations and debt investments.
Leading individuals
Partner, Corporate. Work includes mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance with a particular focus on the creative industries, financial services and healthcare (especially the dental sector).
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Rajput