Backed by an integrated UK and US offering, Travers Smith LLP advises on IPOs, secondary fundraisings, block trades and complex cross-border transactions. It acts for both issuers and investment banks across the ECM lifecycle, including regulatory compliance and governance issues, with a notable track record advising Main Market-listed companies and retained public company clients. Helming the practice is Adrian West who is a key name for IPOs and underpins his transactional expertise with astute regulatory and compliance knowledge. Andrew Gillen and Jon Reddington are experienced cross-border advisors who handle public and private M&A. Tom Coulter also comes recommended.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘This team is all around excellent. They know the law, but what makes the key difference is their ability to understand and reflect the wider commercial realities.'
  • 'The team at Travers Smith is excellent to work with. They are very down-to-earth and partners are accessible and highly responsive. They give very sensible, pragmatic and commercial advice that is well thought through. Their experience and market knowledge means they are able to see potential challenges from a mile away and head them off.'

Key clients

  • Assura plc
  • Auction Technology Group plc
Practice head

Adrian West

Other key lawyers

Andrew Gillen; Jon Reddington; Tom Coulter