Neil Nicholson > Dentons > London, England > Lawyer Profile

In addition to handling a steady stream of primary and secondary fundraisings for AIM-listed clients and brokers such as Cavendish Securities, Dentons stands out for its ability to handle equity transactions in emerging markets, fielding a team capable of coordinating with the firm’s global network on fundraises and public M&A. The team is also noted for its US securities expertise, which it frequently brings to bear when handling UK fundraises for international clients. UK corporate head Neil Nicholson is an expert on AIM listings and takeovers, and Verity Kent is noted for her expertise in the TMT and natural resources sectors.

The ‘commercial, highly competent’ equity capital markets team at Dentons has a wide geographic reach, handling a varied caseload of IPOs, secondary fundraisings, and take-private transactions across the UK and EMEA regions. The team is well-regarded for its ability to advise issuers and underwriters on privatisation IPOs in emerging markets, and it also regularly advises companies in a diverse array of sectors on redomiciliations and dual listings. Emerging markets expert Nikolas Colbridge is a key contact for this line of work and co-heads the team with Neil Nicholson, who handles ECM matters as well as advising on public and private M&A. US securities expert Cameron Half is a further key contact.

With expansive industry knowledge covering financial services, real estate, energy, technology, and media, to name a few, Dentons‘ M&A practice is a top choice for an impressive roster of multinational companies. The group has particular strengths in cross-border public and private M&A transactions, handling a number of high-value multijurisdictional matters. Leading the practice is M&A specialist Neil Nicholson, who boasts a wealth of experience leading on domestic and international transactions for FTSE 100 listed businesses. His expertise in representing both public and private companies in complex transactions make him an asset to the team. Heading the firm’s corporate real estate practice is Matthew Tinger who is recognised for his prowess in hotel and real estate transactions. He is a key member of the M&A department, assisting clients on acquisitions and disposals of properties, as well as advising on sale and leaseback transactions. Joseph Collingwood‘s focus is concentrated in private M&A, including private equity and venture capital-driven transactions. Another notable name includes Darren Acres, who concentrates on advising North American clients regarding acquisitions across the UK, Europe, and Africa. Joseph Altendorff stands out for his ‘pragmatic’ approach when dealing with M&A transactions and public bids.

Boasting expertise across multiple sectors, Dentons acts for various investors and funds on a host of mid-market, multijurisdictional transactions. UK corporate head Neil Nicholson‘s recent engagements include a number of strategic investment deals in the tech sector. Nicholas Plant has considerable experience acting for multinational investors and funds on complex cross-border leveraged buyouts, as well as a number of mandates concerning African-focused PE funds. Stephen Levy acts as the global relationship partner to some of the firm’s most high-profile clients, while James Davison supports funds, portfolio companies and management teams across an array of PE-driven M&A deals. Vincent Leung is recognised for his extensive cross-border practice, with a strong track record in tech, life sciences and infrastructure deals.