Simon Ward > Farrer & Co > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The corporate team at Farrer & Co specialise in regulated M&A in the financial services sector, although the group are also active in the real estate, hospitality, and medical industries. With strengths in cross-border transactions and a presence in emerging areas such as ESG M&A, the practice maintains a steadily expanding client base. Corporate practice head Jonathan Haley is sought out by regulated business owners, private equity purchasers, and partnership structures for his expertise in private M&A and joint ventures. With expertise in cross-border transactions, predominantly for clients based in the US and the Middle East, Richard Lane has a strong reputation in the market for his ability to advise on complex mergers and acquisitions, disposals, and bid processes across a range of sectors including fintech, media and entertainment, and leisure. Anthony Turner concentrates on M&A deals in the financial services sector, while Simon Ward focuses on private M&A, private equity, and venture capital transactions. The group also benefits from the aptitude of private capital and real estate expert Marie Bates advises individuals and investors on M&A, joint ventures, and corporate investments. Other notable names in the practice include Emily Jamieson, Charlie Court, India Benjamin, and Georgina Fraser.