Noted for having an ‘extremely professional, practical, hard-working and friendly’ nature, Osborne Clarke LLP possesses a strong grounding in mid-cap private equity, growth capital and corporate reorganisation related mandates. Co-lead Sara Valentine is noted for her expertise in cross-border M&A transactions and is well-versed in the field of technology, while fellow co-lead Greg Leyshon is equipped to handle a broad range of transactions, with particular strength in the communications sector. Robert Wood deploys his expertise in venture and growth capital market to assist growing companies in the technology, media and communications sector, while Rob Hayes is an established presence within technology and life sciences industries. Mike Freer leads the firm’s specialist management advisory group.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We have a long-standing relationship with this team built on quality of service, and unrivalled breath of experience across sectors that affect us.’
‘Standouts due to expertise, but also due to ability to build such strong relationships over many years, include Robert Wood.’
‘Our experience was very good - the team was extremely professional, practical, hard-working and friendly.’
‘James Mackay provided a calm head and first-class advice. The transaction was managed very professionally, and I was very comfortable with the quality of service that James and his team provided.'
Key clients
- LevertonHELM
- Cornerstone OnDemand
- Pulpex
- Selling shareholders of Magi Aviation Capital
- Puraffinity Limited
- GEA
- Focus Group
- Selling shareholders of Moriarty Law
- OXCCU Tech Ltd
- Brompton Bicycle
- Highland Europe
- FreemarketFX Limited
- Passenger Clothing
Work highlights
- Acted for shareholders in connection with the sale of their remaining 50% shareholding in LevertonHELM (Holdings) Limited to HELM AG.
- Advised Highland Europe on its lead investment in consumer technology brand, Nothing.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Sara Valentine
Osborne Clarke LLP
Robert Wood
Osborne Clarke LLPNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Mike Freer
Osborne Clarke LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sara Valentine, Greg Leyshon