Recognised for offering ‘a standard of service akin to that of a magic circle law firm,’ Wedlake Bell LLP is a popular choice for businesses from the industrials, hospitality, and technology sectors seeking assistance on high-profile, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The corporate practice is adept at advising on both the buy and sell-side of public and private M&A and its expertise- alongside its cross-border capabilities- continues to attract new clients. Heading up the group is Adam Lynch who specialises in advising hospitality and leisure, real estate, and healthcare companies on domestic and international M&A and corporate financing. On the disposal front, Nigel Taylor is the go-to practitioner, while Mark Tasker is sought after for his strengths in technology M&A and share sales and purchases. Other key members of the team include Stephen Callender, Edward Craft, and Kamalprit Lally.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘While the firm is marketed as a top 100 UK law firm, the corporate and M&A team at Wedlake Bell LLP offers a standard of service akin to that of a magic circle law firm. This makes Wedlake Bell LLP my go-to choice. The technical knowledge and transactional experience possessed by the corporate team is second-to-none at all levels. The junior lawyers at Wedlake Bell LLP provide real value and advice when it comes to executing transactions under the supervision of partners.’
  • ‘The WB team were extremely available to us throughout the M&A process, always willing to pick up the phone or schedule a video call - special mention here for Maria Nadarajah who exemplified this on our deal. They were always willing to patiently explain anything that wasn't clear, and we never felt as though we were being talked down to.’

Key clients

  • FM Conway IJM (JRL) Limited Solventis Group Fuller, Smith & Turner PLC Schneider & Cie AG Nomios SAS Store Box Self Storage Limited Realta Investments Ireland Hermiston Trustee One Limited Fenno Yrittäjät Oy Marvesting Group UTB Holdings Limited The Scale Factory Ltd Allenby Capital Altitec Trading Limited

Work highlights

Advised FM Conway Limited in connection with the sale of Conway to VINCI Construction.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Adam Lynch

Other key lawyers

Nigel Taylor; Mark Tasker; Stephen Callender; Edward Craft; Kamalprit Lally; David Duhig; Enea Aniaj; James French; Maria Nadarajah