Operating across a number of sectors, including, but not limited to life sciences, manufacturing, public, tech and infrastructure, the corporate and commercial team at DLA Piper UK LLP manages a steady stream of deals for a diverse portfolio of clients. James Kerrigan oversees the practice alongside Sarah Bell; Kerrigan is noted for his focus on the private equity space, while Bell specialises in joint ventures and multi-million-pound outsourcing and commercial transactions. Peter Brook regularly advises on supply, agency, distribution, outsourcing, joint ventures and collaboration agreements, and Paddy Dwyer stands out for his expertise in commercial contracts.

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Key clients

  • Arvato Group
  • Duracell
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Work highlights

  • Advising on many commercial contracts for the UK government.
  • Advised Liverpool based Joloda Hydraroll Group Limited, a BGF backed business, on its acquisition of a majority interest in a Finnish company.
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