Chris Dyson
Ashfords LLPCo-headed by the ‘available and supportive’ Chris Dyson and Rory Suggett, the Bristol-based Ashfords LLP team has considerable experience representing both domestic and international funds and companies in transactions ranging from venture debt to complex financing rounds. Particularly active in the e-commerce and finance spheres, Dyson specialises in assisting corporations in European and US cross-border investments and exits, whilst Suggett is particularly knowledgeable on high-value syndicated growth transactions. From Exeter, Andrew Betteridge primarily supports growth businesses, and the Bristol-based Jocelyn Ormond is an expert in the digital health and life science sectors.
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‘The team has experience acting on various 'sides' of these transactions, giving them strong insight into what is/isn't 'on market' and saving valuable time in negotiations and finalising documentation.’
‘They were pragmatic and commercial. Very available and supportive.'
- 'Chris Dyson - lead partner - exceptional knowledge of his area and so much more pragmatic than many of the other lawyers I've had the misfortune of dealing with (eg anyone in DLAP's corporate team!).'
- 'Charlie Davies - great senior associate who shouldered a lot of the burden of the work and did so unflappably.’
‘The Ashford's team have supported Iksuda's growth in every aspect of providing corporate counsel. Iksuda has stayed connected throughout its development with Jocelyn Ormond who continues to build exceptional teams to support our needs. We have buy side experience of lawyers and always find the Ashford's team to be fully considered and measured in their approach whilst providing guidance and advice as needed.’
‘We directly engage with the expertise provided by Charles Davies and Scott Preece, with Jocelyn Ormond in an oversight role. Their expertise, strategic thinking and engagement is exemplary and fully supports Iksuda's needs - irrespective of the situation.’
Key clients
- Notion Capital
- BGF
- Mercia Ventures
- Global Satellite Vu
- Create Impact Ventures
- Vamstar
- Fathom
- Kamma
- Kamet Ventures
- Form3
- Hambro Perks
- Suri
- Tiney
- Qantx
Work highlights
- Advised European B2B Saas and Clous VC fund Notion Capital on its investment in M3ter Holdings.
- Advised BGF on numerous investments during 2023, including BGF’s investment into healthcare infrastructure business Archus.
- Advised Mercia Ventures on its Series B investment in Social Value Portal, the UK’s leading platform for measuring and monitoring social impact.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Rory Suggett
Ashfords LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Dyson, Rory Suggett