The team at Pinsent Masons LLP has steadily grown in recent years, working with a host of well-known high street and luxury retailers. Tom Leman serves as head of the international retail and consumer group, brings to bear many years of experience in private equity. The ‘thoughtfully resourced’ team is well acquainted with IP, corporate funding and acquisition work, often advising on work which spans multiple jurisdictions. Other key figures include Samantha Livesey and Florian Traub, both of whom are noted for the breadth of their IP focus.
Testimonials
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‘The Pinsent Masons team was thoughtfully resourced, and they managed both the process and us well. Partners and associates on the deal were readily available and responsive. Pinsent Masons seem to care more about positive outcomes for their clients.’
‘Tom Leman acted as main point of client contact. Tom's role grew to be not only legal advisor but that of trusted business partner. His sound legal knowledge coupled with his pragmatic approach and excellent judgement helped smooth the rough edges of a very complex carve-out transaction.
Key clients
- Tesco
- Motor Fuel Group
Work highlights
- Advising Piper Private Equity, Monica Vinader, Gabriela Vinader and Monica Vinader Limited on the latest strategic investment by Bridgepoint Development Capital.
- Advising Honest Burgers Ltd on its Crowdfunding investment into the company by Crowdcube Nominees Limited.