Boasting a strong track record in fundraisings and primary investment matters, the ‘super strong’ Fladgate LLP team is well versed in acting for founders and angel investors. The expertise extends to institutional series rounds and eventual exits, with team lead Howard Watt being a specialist in venture capital transactions. Graham Spitz concentrates on all aspects of M&A, Jamie Hamilton is a private equity expert, and Janine Suttie is described as ’very commercial and technical’. Lucie Burniston is also highlighted as key.
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Testimonials
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‘A deep understanding of the domain and knowing what needs attention and what does now.’
‘Howard Watt has long-standing experience in the field. He has so frequently executed venture and growth equity deals that he has a finely honed sense of what is normal or not. He also has a great ability to pick and train junior lawyers.’
Key clients
- Planet First Partners
- Zouk Capital LLP
Work highlights
Acted for Planet First Partners in relation to a £20m investment in THIS, the UK based plant-based food company.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Howard Watt
Other key lawyers
Graham Spitz; Jamie Hamilton; Janine Suttie; Lucie Burniston; Yulia Leyko; Ed Fuller; Matthew Akehurst; Ellie Green; Mary Liu; India-Rose May