Fielding a ‘highly diligent and efficient’ team, Gowling WLG is recognised for its robust handling of AIM transactions and its strong track record advising on international listings and fundraises, particularly within the energy and natural resources sectors. The practice is jointly led by David Brennan, who brings deep expertise in guiding technology companies through every stage of growth, and Kris Rogers, a seasoned adviser on IPOs, secondary issues, and convertible or exchangeable securities, acting for both issuers and their sponsors or NOMADs. Charles Bond remains a leading advisor in the mining and natural resources sectors, while Alexander Davidson advises a wide spectrum of AIM and Main Market clients, including those in the tech, life sciences and natural resources sectors.
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Testimonials
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'They always assemble a good team for each deal and they are all highly diligent and efficient. They have an ability to deal quickly with matters.'
‘Charles Bond and Alex Davidson are highly experienced, unflappable and good at getting solutions. Also, very good communicators and you know if they are in your corner that you'll be fine. I have only recently started to work with Alex and I like how direct he is in communicating and always available to discuss points.'
'The team is pragmatic in their handling of technology businesses being acutely aware there is not some sized fits all approach to dealing with these businesses as they are by definition unique in their offering and products.'
'David Brennan is very commercial, personable and pragmatic. There are times when I have dreaded calls with lawyers, however I always look forward to a call with David due to his can do attitude. Alex Davidson - definitely a rising star.'
'Attention to detail coupled with a pragmatic approach.'
'Full service across all areas of corporate law - good integration in the team and attentive to client needs.'
Key clients
- Aurrigo International PLC
- Argentex Group plc
- Dowgate Capital
- Oberon Investments Limited
- Ariana Resources plc
- Shore Capital
- Andrada Mining Limited (formally AfriTin Mining Limited)
- Cavendish Capital Markets Limited
- SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP
- Zeus Capital
- Hummingbird Resources plc
- RBC Europe Limited
- London Tunnels PLC
- Allenby Capital
- OAK Securities
- Tavira Financial Limited
- Molten Ventures plc
- Panmure Liberum
- RC Fornax plc
- Dowgate Capital
Work highlights
Advised RC Fornax PLC (RC Fornax) on its fundraise and admission to AIM.
Acted for Panmure Liberum Limited in the role of nominated adviser on Optima Health plc's (Optima Health) admission to AIM.
Acted on the £5 million funding and AIM admission of Pulsar Helium Inc.
Lawyers
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Practice head
David Brennan; Kris Rogers
Other key lawyers
Hugh Maule; Jeffrey Elway; Sue Johnston; Alexander Davidson