Mr Tim Bird > Fieldfisher > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The ‘adaptable and commercially focused’ Fieldfisher is widely recognised for its reputation and deep sector expertise in technology deals. The growing practice offers its service across multiple geographies such as Europe, the US and the CIS. Recent engagements have involved sales of businesses, divestments and joint ventures. Practice head Neil Matthews is highly experienced in public and private M&A. Manchester based David Bowcock‘s clients include AIM listed business services companies, while Thomas Colmer specialises in M&A and growth equity transactions. The ‘valued and trusted’ Nodir Sidikov advises energy and natural resources sector clients in the CIS region, while the ‘approachable, pragmatic and balanced’ Tim Bird advises technology and fintech companies on M&A transactions. Melanie Talbot – who joined from Memery Crystal LLP Dublin in September 2022 – specialises in flotations, takeovers and fundraisings.

Turned to by a number of fintechs, banks and high-growth startups, Fieldfisher‘s strong fintech offering encompasses technology infrastructure, the establishment of trading and peer-to-peer platforms and the commercial and regulatory side of payment solutions. Practice head Simon Briskman‘s diverse practice extends to advising on SaaS adoption and cloud-based core banking systems. John Brunning is well placed to advise on fast-moving technologies and emerging risks. Tech-focused VC and M&A lawyer Tom Ward acts for a wide range of fast-growth VC -backed companies, while Thomas Colmer is praised for his ‘deep industry expertise on the corporate side of capital markets fintech‘. Tim Bird is well versed in cross border M&A transactions. Simon Lafferty is also recommended.