Noted by clients for its ‘pragmatic legal advice,’ Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is a strong choice for businesses seeking assistance with both public and private M&A, disposals, and share sales and purchases, alongside carve-outs, share purchase agreements, and joint ventures. The group has particular experience advising on high-value, high-profile, cross-border transactions, which, together with its broad industry coverage, continues to attract new clients to its roster which consists of notable names from the consumer, media and entertainment, and real estate sectors, among others. Spearheading the department is Benjamin Lee, who specialises in multijurisdictional M&A with a particular focus on the gaming and betting industry. The practice also benefits from the aptitude of Jinal Shah, who is adept at handling international transactions across the telecoms, retail, and energy spaces. Andrew Hart is another key member of the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Pragmatic legal advice that makes deals happen!’

  • ‘Jinal Shah stands out.’

  • ‘The team works seamlessly across several areas of expertise and without us having to repeat narrative.’

  • ‘The group has good internal communication, partner involvement, and key individuals work hard.’

  • ‘They go a little further than simply providing options, and are ready to offer advice on a suggested approach, its risks and benefits.’

  • ‘They understand the commercial imperatives.’

Key clients

  • Playtech
  • Société BIC S.A.
  • The Foschini Group (TFG Brands)
  • Bally’s Corporation
  • Thesis Holdings
  • BGC Group
  • ESCO Technologies Inc.
  • Sportradar AG
  • FARFETCH
  • TortoiseEcofin Investments LLC
  • Stifel Financial Corp.
  • Canal+
  • Omnam Investment Group
  • Metawin
  • Full Circle Group Holding

Work highlights

Advised Société BIC S.A. on its acquisition of Tangle Teezer.
Advised Playtech plc in connection with the proposed sale of Snaitech S.p.A. to Flutter Entertainment Holdings Ireland Limited.
Advised Canal+ in connection with the proposed acquisition of MultiChoice.

Lawyers

Leading partners

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Jinal Shah

Practice head

Benjamin Lee

Other key lawyers

Jinal Shah; Andrew Hart