Mark Shepherd > Burges Salmon LLP > Bristol, England > Lawyer Profile

Praised for its ‘deep industry knowledge, creative thinking, continuous support for clients and a strong track record in delivering results’, Burges Salmon LLP continues to showcase its capability in handling high-value transactions, with notable expertise in the energy, education, food and drink, transport and healthcare sectors. Nick Graves, who specialises in M&A and corporate governance mandates, jointly leads the team alongside Rupert Weston, who provides ‘commercially pragmatic and clear advice’ on corporate finance matters, with demonstrable experience in the transport sector. Commended for his ‘extensive experience in cross-border deals’, Richard Spink is another key contact in the group, alongside private equity expert Mark Shepherd and Camilla Usher-Clark, who advises on renewable energy and energy transition M&A. Alex Lloyd was promoted to partner and Andrew Mills joined from MJ Hudson in May 2023.

Beyond its energy sector specialism, Burges Salmon LLP‘s expertise spans food and beverage, hotel and leisure, education, transport, healthcare, and technology. The practice is jointly chaired by Nick Graves and Rupert Weston: Graves regularly advises clients on M&A transactions and corporate governance projects, while Weston – a corporate finance partner – is also noted for his capabilities in the hotel space. Private equity experts Richard Spink and Mark Shepherd work with various financial institutions on buyouts and development capital transactions. Corporate energy head Camilla Usher-Clark focuses on M&A, equity fundraising, and joint ventures, while Dominic Davis advises investors on both domestic and cross-border transactions. Other key contacts include Andrew Mills, who joined in May 2023 from MJ Hudson, and Alex Lloyd, who was promoted to partner in May 2023.

Burges Salmon LLP‘s deep team of advisers specialise in complex mid-market buyouts and venture capital transactions, focusing on sectors such as energy, infrastructure, technology, healthcare, and education. Practice head Mark Shepherd has a robust track record in large-scale buyouts, reorganisations and exits. Edinburgh-based Danny Lee advises mid-market PE houses on UK-wide deals, while Andrew Mills, who joined from MJ Hudson in May 2023, provides further secondary market expertise. Promoted to partner in 2023, Alex Lloyd is well-regarded for his work with early-stage companies, while Tim Roberts excels in management-side instructions.

Representing a range of significant funds, individual investors, and investee companies, the Burges Salmon LLP practice boasts expertise across the tech, financial services, and healthcare industries. The team is spearheaded by the Bristol-based Mark Shepherd, who stands out for his work in complex funding rounds. Danny Lee operates out of Edinburgh, boasting a wide range of venture capital institutions among his key clients. From Bristol, Alex Lloyd notably focuses on equity investments. Edinburgh-based Niall Mackle is also noted, with broad sector coverage spanning tech, renewables, and consumer goods.

Representing a range of significant funds, individual investors, and investee companies, the Burges Salmon LLP practice boasts expertise across the tech, financial services, and healthcare industries. The team is spearheaded by the Bristol-based Mark Shepherd, who stands out for his work in complex funding rounds. Danny Lee operates out of Edinburgh, boasting a wide range of venture capital institutions among his key clients. From Bristol, Alex Lloyd notably focuses on equity investments. Edinburgh-based Niall Mackle is also noted, with broad sector coverage spanning tech, renewables, and consumer goods.