Pinsent Masons LLP
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Predominantly focusing on the seller-side, the ‘pragmatic, collaborative, and highly responsive’ practice at Pinsent Masons LLP specialises in private equity investments and sales of issued share capital matters. The team has a strong track record in cross-border private equity-backed M&A transactions, with a special focus upon the tech and business services fields. Based in London, Edward Stead leads the outfit, being highly knowledgeable in handling bolt-on acquisitions and management buyouts, Manchester’s Kieran Toal acts on behalf of investee companies, and Birmingham’s Joanne Ellis is an expert in refinancings and disposals. Also in Manchester, Amie Norris advises management teams and large corporates, London’s Tom Leman routinely supports founders, and Glasgow’s Barry McCaig is labelled as ’highly experienced’.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘Pinsent Masons stands out through its deeply embedded sector focus, which allows its teams to offer genuinely commercial advice that reflects a strong understanding of clients’ industries and strategic goals. The practice is not just technically capable but also pragmatic, collaborative, and highly responsive, delivering work in a way that is aligned with how modern businesses operate.'
- 'Clients are often drawn to the team’s consistent strength in complex, cross-border matters, as well as its depth across key areas such as corporate, regulatory, disputes, and finance. The practice has a particularly strong reputation in sectors like infrastructure, energy, life sciences, and technology, where it brings together legal specialists with industry knowledge, helping clients anticipate and address issues before they become obstacles.'
Key clients
- MML Capital Partners
- Sovereign Capital Partners
Work highlights
Advised M Group Services, the leading provider of essential infrastructure services in the UK and Ireland, on its sale to private equity house CVC.