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Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
5 FLEET PLACE
LONDON
EC4M 7RD
England

Work Department

Energy and natural resources, retail and leisure; corporate.

Position

Andrew specialises in private equity and venture capital transactions, M&A and corporate finance, and advises on a range of transactions, from corporate acquisitions and disposals, MBOs and IPOs to other forms of public and private fundraising across various industry sectors. He has significant experience of advising on corporate restructuring, rescue MBOs and accelerated M&A transactions. Andrew’s private equity experience ranges from venture capital to pre-IPO financing, MBOs and MBIs, where he advises institutions, management teams and private investors.

Lawyer Rankings

London > Corporate and commercial > Private equity: transactions - mid-market deals (up to £250m)

Turned to by both PE firms and portfolio companies, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is regularly engaged on lower mid-market transactions. The practice is jointly led by David Coates, an active adviser with particular experience in the TMT and retail sectors, and Andrew Clarke, whose broad capabilities span sponsor, management team, and HNWI representation. Rebecca Burford, noted for her focus on management buy-outs and growth capital investments, has most recently advised on deals in the healthcare and logistics sectors. In Cheltenham, Adrian Mayer is especially noted for his Africa-focused work. Cheltenham-based corporate finance partner Jonathan Morley is also recommended.