Oliver Riley > Gowling WLG > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Acting for funds and banks alike, Gowling WLG‘s team is made up of ‘real specialists’ across the spectrum of issues affecting listed funds, including new listings, secondary raises and M&A in the sector. Nick Heather continues to spearhead the firm’s efforts, with experience overseeing listings on the Main Market and AIM on behalf of funds, banks and brokers. John Reed is a key contact for fund structuring and mergers, while Oliver Riley advises across the lifecycle of funds, from structuring to IPOs and secondary fundraising, focusing in particular on real assets. Kristian Rogers is equally adept at supporting LSE listings as he is TISE and Euronext, with Kate Seabourne-Pugh acting for funds and brokers in relation to equity raises and regulatory issues.

The Gowling WLG team regularly advises on large and complex transactions in the retail, industrial, private rental, and specialist supported housing sectors. Within these sectors, the group is active in the establishment of investment structures as well as acquisitions and restructurings of existing funds. Sharon Ayres is noted for her deep understanding of real estate investment transactions and negotiation abilities. Oliver Riley‘s practice centres on the launch, structuring, and reconstruction of closed-ended funds. Micky Yang combines corporate and real estate expertise to advise clients on inbound and outbound property investments and disposals.