Headed by London-based Matthew Martin, Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP has extensive expertise in multi-jurisdictional M&A and SPAC transactions, supplemented by knowledge in the IP and data protection spheres. Adam McGiveron mainly focuses on disposals and private equity investments, Richard Wrigley is a restructuring expert, whilst the ‘solution focused’ Emma Bryant is also highlighted as a key contact for her commercial negotiation skills.
Testimonials
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‘Our main lawyer is Emma Bryant, who acts for us on all corporate and M&A matters. Emma's dedication to getting us the right result is exemplary. Emma never brings problems to us without any proposed solutions.’
‘Adam McGiveron's clients trust him highly. His high degree of enthusiasm is refreshing to see. He adopts a solutions-based approach when addressing unforeseen issues.’
‘They are an excellent firm with a hands-on and commercial focus which is important in corporate finance transactions. Always willing to help and provide constructive advice, they always go the extra mile.’
‘PMC's partners did a fantastic job. They consistently demonstrated their competence, helping drive the transaction forward. I would have no hesitation in recommending them in the future.’
‘I have worked with two partners within PMC's restructuring team: Adam McGiveron and Emma Bryant, and I have been very impressed with both. Their grasp of detail, understanding and application of the associated legalities, commercial rationale and approachable nature, makes them a pleasure to work with.'
Key clients
- Alliance Automotive Group/Genuine Parts Alliance
- Lambretta UK
- Fidelity International
- Claverley Group Limited
- Socotec UK Limited
- Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA)
- Carver Group
- Infarm
- Named Collective
- ROLI
- Frontier Development Capital Limited
Work highlights
- Advised on the acquisition of Powrmatic for West Midlands headquartered, Carver Group Limited.
- Acted for a large international investment management company on its first investment for the new European Real Estate Climate Impact Fund on the acquisition of the corporate vehicles owning City of London landmark building 99 Queen Victoria Street.
- Advised on the multi-jurisdictional acquisition and equity finance of a vertical farming technology platform business, Infarm.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Matthew Martin