Matthew Tinger > Dentons > London, England > Lawyer Profile

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.

With Richard Barham at the helm, Dentons‘ team displays a ‘superb’ and ‘willing attitude’ when handling M&A and corporate governance issues within the football and media spheres. Dan Bodle is an international arbitration expert, Matthew Tinger primarily focuses on the leisure sector, and Joe Collingwood is highly knowledgeable on the corporate finance side. Georgina Kirkwood is also highlighted as key for her work on the commercial aspects of deals.

‘Excellent, reliable and commercially astute’, the team at Dentons is co-chaired by Simon Masri who is noted for his expertise in structured investment acquisitions, joint ventures and disposals in the hospitality sector.  The wider team boasts significant expertise in multijurisdictional refinancing, acquisitions, disposals, and franchising as well as contentious insolvency work. Fellow co-chair Matthew Tinger  advises on corporate real estate in the hotels and leisure sector. Other key figures include global retail and franchise group chair Babette Märzheuser-Wood, and Laura Gowing, who leverages her extensive experience advising on investment, finance and development transactions.