Walkers is able to oversee cross-border M&A and is often tasked with overseeing the restructuring of business operations, in addition to advising on a range of regulatory challenges. M&A and corporate structuring specialist Matt Sanders leads the team in conjunction with Craig Cordle, who focuses on the structuring of and transactions led by investment funds in addition to private and public M&A. Tax advice forms a key part of Chris Hutley-Hurst‘s practice, while Jessica Robinson occupies a niche in M&A involving trust companies. Charlotte Gonçalves joined the team from Mourant in August 2023, advising investment funds on their transactions and the relevant regulatory regimes.
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‘Strength in depth. Our usual partner had to take some time out for a family matter but another partner stepped in as an interim and the transition was seamless.’
‘We needed Walkers for some very specific Guernsey law advice in the context of a larger multinational transaction. They did their jurisdictional part with professionalism, excellence and speed.’
‘Particular shout-out for Angela Proctor and Jessica Robinson, both excellent!’
‘The team was excellent: engaged, highly available, fastidious in meeting the requirements, but pragmatic in understanding both sides' legitimate challenges and getting the deal over the line.’
‘Angela Proctor is a pleasure to deal with. Always quick to respond with the ideal mix of commercial sensibility and eye for detail.’
‘Working with Chris Hutley-Hurst is always a pleasure, his knowledge in his field is unsurpassed and he's always able to refer a colleague who may specialise in a specific area, thus ensuring we get the best service at all times.’
‘Good ability to work within regulatory regimes and find the key people to achieve desired results.’
‘Craig Cordle has provided quick, creative, and practical legal and structuring support. We are working on a project that is new and Craig really thought like an operator as well as a lawyer, and this was quite valuable.’
Key clients
- Zensho Holdings Co., Ltd
- Richardson International
- Equitix Horizon
- Nesma
- Metito Holdings Limited
- EEA Life Settlements Fund PCC Limited
- Apex Group Ltd
- Aston Currency Management
Work highlights
- Advised Zensho Holdings Co., Ltd on the $621m acquisition of the Snowfox Group from Mayfair Equity Partners.
- Acted for Equitix in regard to its £420m investment, through two new holdings and bidding vehicles, in Gigaclear Topco Limited.
- Acted for LTG Group in the £140m acquisition of abrdn Capital.
Lawyers
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
Matt Sanders; Craig Cordle
Other key lawyers
Chris Hutley-Hurst; Jessica Robinson; Angela Proctor; Charlotte Gonçalves