Norton Rose Fulbright’s globally networked team is well-equipped to handle a steady workload of domestic and international securities exchanges and fundraises, notably including its recent advice to Dar Global on its direct listing on the LSE Main Market. The practice actively advises both underwriters as well as issuers, particularly in the real estate and tech sectors, and it is particularly noted for its ability to provide advice on equity issuances in EMEA growth markets. Raj Karia is a key contact for this line of work, while Thomas Vita stands out for his US securities expertise. Fiona Millington is a key contact for domestic fundraises and public M&A.
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‘Norton Rose are able to offer a wide geographic footprint, including in jurisdictions in which other international firms do not have a presence. They have an experienced ECM team and offer a good level of service.’
‘Fiona Millington and Alexander Green are both experienced and offer considered advice on ECM transactions. Alex in particular is diligent and responsive.’
‘The firm has a wide geographical footprint with excellent lawyers at each jurisdiction.’
‘Fiona Millington's advice is always very commercial. She resolves sticky issues with ease while protecting her client's interests. Fiona is always available and responsive when I need urgent help.’
Key clients
- JTC PLC
- Aedefica
- Numis Securities Limited
- Xior Student Housing
- J.P. Morgan Securities plc.
- Goldman Sachs International
- Canaccord Genuity Limited
- Societe Generale
- Orascom
- Picton Property Income Limited
Work highlights
Advised Dar Global PLC on its direct listing and admission to the Official List of the FCA and trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange at a day one market capitalisation of $600m.
Advised Barclays and Morgan Stanley as joint bookrunners on Pennon Group plc's successful £180m equity fundraising, comprising an accelerated bookbuild placing to institutional investors, a directors’ subscription and a separate retail offer through PrimaryBid.
Advised Citigroup Global Markets Limited in its capacity as sponsor to LSE premium listed Smurfit Kappa Group plc in relation to its proposed ca. $11bn merger with NYSE listed WestRock Group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Raj Karia
Other key lawyers
Thomas Vita; Fiona Millington; Richard Sheen; Clementine Hogarth; Alexander Green