
With an extensive track record in overseeing multijurisdictional acquisitions – primarily on the buy-side – Addleshaw Goddard displays vast cross-sector expertise across the software, aviation, and healthcare fields. The firm is highly regarded for its assistance on the transfer of funds into portfolio companies and management of complex strategic partnerships involving private equity houses. Operating out of London, Paul Medlicott spearheads the practice, mainly acting for sponsors and management teams on all forms of corporate transactions, whilst Yunus Seedat is highly knowledgeable in the media and retail spheres. Gemma Phillips is an investment specialist, Graham Cross is highlighted for his corporate restructuring focus, and Nathan Pearce predominantly concentrates on disposals and joint ventures. Marc Field is well versed in advising on bolt-on acquisitions, and both Carly Gulliver and Sharon Skipper-Gordon are also noted as key.
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Key clients
- CBPE
- ECI
- Equistone Partners Europe
- Farsound
- IK Partners
- Inflexion
- LDC
- Limerston Capital
- The Openwork Partnership
- Waterland
Work highlights
Advising Phoenix Equity Partners on its continuation vehicle and fund transfer for two portfolio companies, Envisage and Nineteen Group.
Advising OpenWorks on its strategic partnership with Bain Capital.
Advising CBPE on its investment in HGF.
Lawyers
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.
Nathan Pearce
Gemma Phillips
Practice head
Paul Medlicott
Other key lawyers
Yunus Seedat; Gemma Phillips; Graham Cross; Marc Field; Nathan Pearce; Sharon Skipper-Gordon; Robbie Hay; Liam Gasior
