Predominantly engaged in high-value international transactions, the team at Shoosmiths LLP is an ‘experienced full-service M&A practice’ that specialises in M&A for large corporates and negotiating contractual agreements. Practice co-head Crispin Bridges Webb leads the corporate team, and is a key contact for handling acquisitions across a broad range of sectors, including the infrastructure and financial services spaces. Co-leading the practice, Michelle Craven-Faulkner heads up the commercial team, and with expertise in commercial contracts, including negotiating settlement and franchise agreements, with a focus on advising international retail clients. Marcus-Adam Tuck has been noted for his ’diligent and detail-oriented’ work, assisting on cross-border acquisition matters within the corporate team.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Deep and broad knowledge, including all the key aspects required to collaborate and deliver complex M&A.’

  • ‘Marcus-Adam Tuck is a pleasure to work with. His relaxed yet professional style naturally builds trust and rapport with clients, making interactions both productive and enjoyable.'

  • 'He is highly diligent and detail-oriented but is excellent at distilling down complex points to provide commercial advice that is clear, concise, and focused on the most important and impactful points.'
  • 'His legal expertise, collaborative approach, and depth of experience in domestic and international deals enable clients to make informed decisions with clarity and confidence.’
  • ‘Experienced full-service M&A practice, a pleasure to work with.’

  • ‘Marcus-Adam Tuck is a great young partner, one to watch.’

Key clients

  • Jensten Group
  • Addtech AB
  • Ufenau
  • Altano International GmbH
  • Triple Point Income VCT Plc
  • Willshees Waste and Recycling Limited
  • Triple Point Investment Management LLP
  • Freightliner Group Limited
  • Hitachi Rail Limited
  • Honda Finance Europe plc
  • Ikano Insight Ltd
  • INIT Innovations in Transportation Limited

Work highlights

Advised PE-backed Jensten Group on numerous FCA regulated acquisitions in respect of its buy-and build strategy.
Advised East-Midlands based Willshees Waste and Recycling on its first acquisition of Stanton Recycling.
Working with INIT Innovations in Transport Limited following its award of the iBus2 Project with TfL.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Crispin Bridges Webb; Michelle Craven-Faulkner

Other key lawyers

Marcus-Adam Tuck