Stephen Trombala
Shepherd and WedderburnShepherd and Wedderburn combines a wide corporate offering with a broad sector approach, handling M&A, public company takeovers, PE work, reorganisations and restructurings, and business scheme transfers and employee incentive plan variations. Some of the firm’s high-profile deals have been centred on the tech sector, while continued activity in the energy and food and drink space is also evident – the latter of which is an area of expertise for ‘pragmatic and professional’ team lead George Frier. Stephen Trombola has extensive experience handling M&A and equity capital markets work, as well as investor and investee-side PE transactions. John Morrison notably receives instructions in the renewables space, whereas Tom Swan stands out for his work on company petitions. Rodger Cairns provides further capabilities to the firm’s offering through his executive compensation and corporate governance skills.
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Testimonials
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‘The SW team effectively and practically guided us through an M&A transaction for the energy industry in Scotland/UK. This was a new jurisdiction for us, so they were extremely clear and executive in their work, giving relevant added value to their legal work. I also want to highlight the availability, excellence and teamwork of SW, who were key in the M&A transaction.’
‘John Morrison was exceptional at leading the SW team, as well as negotiating with a very difficult counterpart. Its added value is very high in highly complex operations.'
‘They listen very carefully to what you want to achieve and that forms the basis of the solution, but they have no hesitation in ensuring you get an alternative view. They are willing to give you a commercial view of what they would do in the clients shoes which is refreshing.'
‘S&W are very collaborative and aligned with their client. Any problem or obstacle that affects their client, becomes their problem too. All team members that we have worked with have been very pragmatic, committed and friendly.’
‘George Frier stands out for his client focus, humour, pragmatism and professionalism. Very responsive and committed to our interests.’
‘I think Shepherd and Wedderburn is unique because of its culture - I never feel talked down to, I'm always supported. In general the firm is professional but also accessible, open while still being reassuringly careful. I really like them.'
‘John Morrison is absolutely fantastic. He's empathetic, pragmatic, and always very clear when helping me make difficult decisions. He has supported us through some incredibly tough times with good humour and excellent advice.'
‘We are thrilled to share our exceptional experience with S&W, who played a pivotal role in facilitating the acquisition of an English company. S&W exhibited unparalleled prowess in various domains, making them the ideal partner for navigating the complexities of the high-tech industry and international business landscape.'
Key clients
- Capricorn Energy
- Virgin Money
- Reporter to the Court of Session
- Epic Games
- Scottish National Investment Bank
- ARA Europe
- GAP Group
- Projective Holding NV
- Offshore Wind Power Limited
- Acciona Energia
Work highlights
- Advising ARA Europe on its acquisition of the London & Scottish Property Investment Management Group and Toscafund Asset Management LLP's investment management business in connection with Regional REIT.
- Advised Capricorn Energy plc on the cancellation of its share premium account to create approximately $495m of additional reserves.
- Advised Crerar Hotel Group Holdco Limited on the sale of Crerar Hotel Group Limited to Blantree Midco Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
George Frier
Shepherd and WedderburnNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Tom Swan
Shepherd and WedderburnJohn Morrison
Shepherd and WedderburnPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
George Frier