With a robust M&A offering, the corporate practice at Dorsey & Whitney is capable of handling both domestic and cross-border public and private transactions, and corporate advisory services including tax structuring and debt advice. Heading up the practice is Kate Francis, who is recognised for her extensive experience leading on M&A and capital markets transactions. Francis has particular strength in the insurance and professional services industries. Carsten Greve and Fabrizio Carpanini are noted for their expertise in M&A and private equity transactions, while Stewart Worthy concentrates on cross-border transactions, assisting both domestic and international clients. On the public takeover front, Mark Taylor is the main contact in the group.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Legal and financial expertise in M&A is taken for granted, but it's their commercial nous which I found to be extremely good.’

  • ‘Fabrizio Carpanini was always fully versed in the detail of the negotiations. He remained available to deal with more complex matters which cropped up from time to time.’

Key clients

  • Anlev Industrial Limited
  • DWF Group Limited
  • Jayhawk Holdings Limited
  • Aspen Tree UK Holdings Limited
  • Manara Minerals Investment Company
  • Westcon-Comstor
  • Datatec Plc
  • bOnline Limited
  • DAZN
  • Arts Alliance Ventures

Work highlights

  • Represented DWF Group Limited on the recommended takeover by Inflexion Private Equity Partners.
  • Advised Manara Minerals on its c. USD 2.6 billion acquisition of a 10% stake in Vale Base Metals Limited.
  • Advised Arts Alliance Ventures on its sale of the Met Film School to Intermediate Capital Group (ICG).

Lawyers

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.

Kate Francis

Other key lawyers

Carsten Greve, Fabrizio Carpanini, Stewart Worthy, Mark Taylor