Regularly acting on the buy side in major transactions, the ‘hardworking’ and ’commercial’ team at White & Case LLP is highly regarded for its knowledge in high-value acquisitions and majority investments. The team has experience in advising infrastructure funds and financial sponsors operating across a multitude of sectors, spanning from software to healthcare. The London team is jointly led by the ‘superb’ Richard Jones, and Lucy Bullock, a key port of call for a host of portfolio companies. Other key figures include Ken Barry, who concentrates on leveraged buyouts and disposals, and Joe Bradley, who draws praise for his commerciality and client service. Helen Croke joined the firm from Ropes & Gray LLP in June 2025.
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‘W&C has a good Private Equity team, who understand what PE investors truly need from legal advisors and what kind of support is needed - W&C teams are hardworking and always ready to support customers and commercial at the same time.’
'Ben von Maur was a great partner, driving the work and ensuring a highly successful transaction, thanks to his strong commitment. Team was highly commercial and focused on the key points, ensuring that the deal can be done. Also, really nice and friendly team.’
- 'We always get access to genuinely market-leading partners in any geography or sector we need, which sets them apart from other firms. They have leaned into our relationship for several years, and they staff our teams with partners and associates who have worked with us (both internally and externally) for years. We don't get that at all levels from other firms, and it makes working with them much easier. Their ongoing focus on our portfolio companies is a differentiator - we've used their sanctions, data protection and employment teams to deal with issues and advise us on upcoming regulatory changes. Our portco management teams are always highly complementary.'
- 'They are our go-to firm for complex transactions or competitive processes - they execute fast with no loss of quality. They are extremely client-focused - we get incredible access and attention at the partner level, and the associates we work with are excellent .'
- 'We regularly work with Joe Bradley. His knowledge of how we view risk and what matters most to us as an institution is unique. He has dealt with last-minute issues which looked like they would stop us from signing deals calmly, commercially and effectively, which allowed us to get the deals done on terms we were happy with.'
- 'A very strong transactional firm. Their geographic coverage is excellent, and they provide high-quality advice across the platform.'
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Practice head
Richard Jones; Lucy Bullock
Other key lawyers
Ken Barry; Ben von Maur; Joe Bradley; Helen Croke