Travers Smith LLP is a trusted adviser to FTSE-listed companies, private equity houses and institutional investors, handling high-value corporate transactions across sectors such as infrastructure, tech, financial services and wealth management, with particular strength in public takeovers, group restructurings and cross-border M&A. Joint heads Adrian West and William Yates lead the team. Spencer Summerfield is active across the full spectrum of corporate matters, while Andrew Gillen is a key contact for listed and large private companies on M&A and governance matters.
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‘Strong expertise in M&A advice, negotiation, and support.'
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Key clients
- Zegona Communications plc
- Swisscom
Work highlights
Advising on the £1.6bn takeover of UK-listed property group Assura by KKR and Stonepeak.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Andrew Gillen
Practice head
Adrian West; Will Yates
Other key lawyers
Spencer Summerfield; Andrew Gillen; Lucie Cawood; Richard Spedding; Tom Coulter; Jonathan Walters; Ella Sharpley; Ben Lowen; Adam Orr; Emma Havas