England - London • Projects, energy and natural resources
Travers Smith LLP not only helms high-end transactions, but possesses a strong bench of advisers that competently handle the specialist debt, regulatory and commercial aspects of the entire infrastructure and energy piece. The team has been involved in M&A, joint ventures and capital raisings pertaining to a wide range of asset types, with notable activity regarding renewables and social infrastructure. The highly experienced Spencer Summerfield continues to be an active presence in the group, overseeing deals such as the acquisition of an emergency services business and the disposal of interests in infrastructure developers. Jonathan Walters focuses on M&A transactions, working closely with funds and strategics on their infrastructure and energy acquisitions. On the debt side Ben Thompson advises lenders and sponsors on acquisition finance transactions. Hugh Hutchison, recently promoted to partner, is also recognised for his M&A proficiency.
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‘The team have good embedded knowledge of our business preferences and our approach to risk and what we consider acceptable contract terms. Their strengths include focused, to the point, commercially aware advice with a good ability to put themselves into the client's shoes.’
‘The Travers team has a huge depth of capable corporate lawyers.’
‘Spencer Summerfield is one of the best lawyers I have ever engaged- smart, practical and efficient.’
Hall of fame: Corporate M&A
Partner, Head of CorporateSpencer has a broad corporate practice but his principle area of work is M&A, IPOs, corporate joint ventures and general corporate advice. His clients include a number of large quoted and private companies, based in the Uk and overseas and infrastructure funds.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Spencer Summerfield