Dentons

With an ‘experienced and timely’ team that provides ’practical advice and strong knowledge across sectors’, Dentons is experienced in handling a variety of premium cross-border and UK mandates that requires M&A, PE, venture capital and joint venture counsel. The practice has expanded its remit with listed funds and asset managers, and works with clients on a growing portfolio of impact investing and major company takeovers. Team leader Brian Moore has an extensive track record in cross-border instructions, as well as public and private M&A and equity capital markets work. Claire Armstrong is a go-to name for investment funds and oversees investments in a multitude of sectors, especially the energy, infrastructure and financial services industries. Adam Knowles is equipped to act on private M&A and private equity matters, and Owen McLennan is another name of note for funds work. Diana Mennie is recommended for her ability to advise on early-stage venture capital transactions and is well versed in the tech sector, while Paul Flynn has a strong transactional and advisory offering. Iain Sutherland  and Derek McCombe left the firm to join Addleshaw Goddard in October 2023.