Mark Petch
Macfarlanes LLPThe ‘exceptional’ Robert Collard oversees the practice at Macfarlanes LLP, which is noted for its ’superior technical efficiency’ and is well-equipped to support clients on the design, implementation and operation of share and management incentive plans, in both cross-jurisdictional and domestic contexts. The group is also experienced in advising on ESOs, and acts for a varied portfolio of clients ranges from start-ups to international large-scale listed companies. In addition to this work, the team advises on financial remuneration, including the EU and UK remuneration regulations, which is a particular area of expertise of the ‘truly receptive’ Rasmus Berglund. Mark Petch has expertise in advising bespoke private companies on the array of matters, and Philip Swinburn is described as ’sharp and resilient’.
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Testimonials
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‘The team have a concise and pragmatic approach and are always on hand to support.’
‘Very responsive, great technical knowledge and commercial.’
‘Robert Collard is really helpful and makes sure he is available.'
‘The strongest share-based incentive team in the city; in particular for private companies. A focus on corporate and tax expertise in the team distinguishes Macfarlanes from other firms.’
‘Robert Collard is exceptional.’
'What sets the team apart is the combination of superior technical efficiency and the pleasant nature with which they offer their services. They are highly competent, responsive and, above all, good people to work with. Their approach indicates that there is a willingness to empathise with the needs of the clients and offer solutions accordingly.'
'Rasmus Berglund is highly competent, very responsive and truly receptive to client needs. It is a lot of fun analysing issues with him, and his creativity for coming up with legal solutions always impresses me.'
'Philip Swinburn embodies the features and quality of the organisation, Philip is also extremely nice to work with. He is sharp, resilient and provides adept legal advice.'
Key clients
- Improbable Worlds Limited
- Arcmont
- Hyve Group plc
- Investec
- Capital One Financial Corporation
- PMG Worldwide LLC
- Tulchan Communications
- Rocco Forte Hotels
Work highlights
- Advising Improbable Worlds Limited on the incentive arrangements in relation to its sale of The Multiplayer Group to Keywords Studios for £76.5m.
- Advising Investec on the share plan and bonus-related elements of the combination of Investec Wealth & Investment Limited and Rathbones Group plc.
- Advised Hyve Group plc on all share plan-related aspects as part of its recommended takeover bid advised by Providence Equity.
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Robert Collard
Macfarlanes LLP
Rasmus Berglund
Macfarlanes LLPPractice head
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Robert Collard