Legal Business and Legal 500 are looking forward to welcoming delegates to the 2025 Corporate and M&A Summit, taking place at the QEII Centre in London on Wednesday 5 March 2025. This premier event will bring together leading figures from private practice, in-house and the wider legal profession to examine the critical challenges facing those involved in deals. In a time of constant change driven by politics, technology, and shifting societal expectations, the summit will provide a platform to explore strategies to navigate these complexities and achieve transactional success.

The day will feature a series of panels covering a range of key topics, including geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and the transformative impact of technology on dealmaking. Attendees will gain insights into emerging trends such as the role of private capital in today’s market, the continued rise of shareholder activism in public M&A, and the practical application of AI in facilitating transactions. Panels will also delve into pressing issues such as the evolving priorities of Gen Z lawyers on deals, and managing heightened scrutiny from competition regulators, as well as offering behind the scenes insight on how to lead legal teams through transformational corporate mergers.

The day will commence with complimentary coffee and breakfast, setting the stage for a lively programme of discussion and networking, with plenty of opportunities to connect with peers and make new acquaintances. With effective dealmaking more important than ever for elite law firms and top companies, the summit promises to be an essential date in the diary for corporate lawyers and the general counsel who instruct them.