Acting on both the sponsor and seller side of private equity transactions, Milbank has considerable experience in multijurisdictional M&A, equity investments, and major disposals. The firm is especially active in the European and US markets, routinely acting for clients engaged in the education, entertainment, and food sectors. Andrej Wolf and Jordan Simpson co-head the outfit, each of whom focuses on carve-outs, restructurings, and leveraged buyouts, while James McClymont regularly advises sponsors on acquisitions and disposals. Lara Watt is highlighted for her experience in bolt-on acquisitions.
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Key clients
- Cerberus European Investments
- Charterhouse Capital Partners
- CVC Capital Partners
- EQT
- Intermediate Capital Group
- Investindustrial
- PAI Partners
- Park Square Capital
- Stirling Square Capital Partners
- Strategic Value Partners
- Summit Partners
- Sun European Partners
Work highlights
Advised CVC on the disposal of its majority stake in the Hellenic Healthcare Group to PureHealth Holding PJSC in a transaction valuing the company at EUR 2.2 billion.
Advised Acturis and its controlling shareholders, including co-founders Theo Duchen and David McDonald, on Astorg’s investment in the company.
Advised PAI Partners on the sale of M Group Services to CVC.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Andrej Wolf; Jordan Simpson
Other key lawyers
James McClymont; Lara Watt