
Dentons‘ ECM team is well-equipped to advise AIM-listed clients and brokers on fundraisings and public M&A, while also offering particular strength in cross-border equity transactions. The group frequently handles deals involving US securities and brings a broad international perspective to listings and fundraises in emerging markets. Both Darren Acres and Jayne Schnider head up the team, with expertise across AIM IPOs, capital raisings, secondary sales, and public and private M&A. Neil Nicholson and Verity Kent earn praise for their ability to 'deliver excellent service in a fashion that is easy to understand.'
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Testimonials
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- ‘The individuals involved at Dentons are practical and easy to speak to on complicated matters, providing clear advice on decisions to be made. The work is always completed in a timely fashion and with expert knowledge.'
- ‘Neil Nicholson & Verity Kent continue to deliver excellent service in a fashion that is easy to understand. Clear communication is critical to their delivery and they are both available whenever required to get deals completed on time and successfully.’
Key clients
- Science in Sport plc
- RA International plc
- Cavendish Securities plc
- Kinovo plc
- Quiz plc
- PRS REIT plc
- YouGov plc
- Personal Group Holdings plc
- Stifel Nicolaus Europe
- Canaccord Genuity
- Ondine Biomedical
Work highlights
Advised Canaccord Genuity and Cavendish Capital Markets Limited, as Joint Brokers, on a fundraise for AIM-listed Duke Capital Limited.
Advised Ondine Biomedical Inc on multiple share placings.
Advised Quiz plc on its delisting from the AIM market.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Verity Kent
Practice head
Darren Acres; Jayne Schnider
Other key lawyers
Brian Moore; Verity Kent; Fiona Hollingdale; Neil Nicholson; Verity Kent
