Lewis Silkin maintains a strong position in the London market with a well-experienced corporate practice that covers an array of transactions. The group is adept at handling high-profile, high-value, multi-jurisdictional deals including public and private M&A on the buy- and sell-side, divestments, and management buy-outs, as well as restructurings, share capital transfers, and investments for an impressive and expanding client roster comprised of notable names from the technology, financial services, and advertising and marketing sectors. Media and entertainment expert Paul Rajput heads up the department and is recognised for his M&A prowess, regularly advising on complex transactions involving foreign jurisdictions, earn-out and retention arrangements, and regulatory elements. Jo Evans is another key member of the team and concentrates on M&A, growth plans, and exit strategies, while Gavin McNaughton stands out for his breadth of expertise which spans M&A, joint ventures, and debt financing. Other core practitioners include Sadiq Tajbhai, Karish Andrews, and Joe Lythgoe.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Stand out individuals are Sadiq Tajbhai, Matthew Rowbotham, and Joe Lythgoe. They are knowledgeable, conscientious, diligent, dependable and fun!’

  • ‘Karish Andrews is very pragmatic, fun to work with, and good across all areas. He is also a good manager of his team.’

Key clients

  • Sideshow Group Limited
  • Wildstone Development Ltd

Work highlights

Advised Publicis Groupe on various acquisitions including that of Mars United Commerce.

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Jo Evans
Jo Evans
Practice head

Paul Rajput

Other key lawyers

Jo Evans; Gavin McNaughton; Sadiq Tajbhai; Karish Andrews; Joe Lythgoe; Barnaby Stokes; Matthew Rowbotham