Venture Capital
United Kingdom
14 April 2025
Osborne Clarke LLP is well regarded for the breadth and depth of its management advisory practice, showcasing skill in a multitude of sectors, and across a range of jurisdictions. ‘Excellent, hardworking, smart and friendly’, the team regularly advises on sponsor-driven M&A, covering both primary and secondary market transactions. James Taylor‘s buyout practice is largely concentrated in the tech and media sectors, while Pippa Byrne’s transactional skills spans sponsor and management-side deals. Alisdair Livingstone is especially strong in cross-border acquisitions and investments, while Chris Yeo is a key contact for investors involved with energy and infrastructure assets. Jack Wellington and Seamus McKimm are also recommended. Tim Hewens left the practice to join Simmons & Simmons in May 2024.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Strength in depth over all specialisations.'
‘Excellent, hardworking, smart and friendly.’
‘Pippa Byrne and Seamus McKimm are outstanding.’
Key clients
- Synova
- Tenzing
- Growth Capital Partners
- LDC
- Alcuin Capital
- Kester Capital
- Apiary Capital LLP
- Volpi Capital
- Queen’s Park Equity
- BGF
Work highlights
Advised Palladian Investment Partners LLP, an independent financial sponsor, as it backed the management team of Intelli-Park in a buyout from its founder.
Advised the management team of A-Gas, a global leader in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerant gases, on its majority stake sale to climate investing strategist TPG Rise Climate.
Advised the management team of the Aerial Emergency Services Division of Babcock International Group PLC on the divestiture to Ancala Partners.
Other key lawyers
James Taylor; Pippa Byrne; Alisdair Livingstone; Chris Yeo; Jack Wellington; Seamus McKimm