Noted for its ‘strong understanding of the regulatory landscape in both the UK and the US,’ the professional practices group at Addleshaw Goddard is equipped to handle both domestic and cross-border matters, with a focus on non-contentious mandates. The team has particular expertise advising on high-profile transactions, partnership structures, and regulatory compliance, and is instructed by notable clients from a range of professional services fields, including legal, financial services, and consultancy companies. At the helm of the department is William Wastie, who is adept at leading on mergers, governance, and investigations. On the international structuring front, Aster Crawshaw is a key contact in the practice, while the ’standout’ Jonathan Cheney focuses on M&A and joint ventures in the financial services sector. Another notable name in the group is Jonathan Cakebread, whose capabilities span transactional, governance, regulatory, and structuring.
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‘Best partnership team in the market.’
‘Extremely knowledgeable and very client-friendly.’
Key clients
- Moore Kingston Smith LLP
- Artelia Holdings
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.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jonathan Cakebread
Practice head
William Wastie
Other key lawyers
Aster Crawshaw; Jonathan Cheney; Jonathan Cakebread; Ben Sanderson; Luc Swietochowski; Alina Kuksenko