Acting for a range of institutional and individual investors- alongside financial institutions and management teams- Shakespeare Martineau LLP has expertise in follow-on investments and funding rounds. Kavita Patel heads the team from London, while Sean Scott is highly knowledgeable in divestment matters and corporate transactions. From Nottingham, Duncan James is active in the life sciences and logistics industries, and Roger Harcourt is also highlighted.
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Testimonials
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‘Very fast and responsive. Takes commercial views and values the longer-term relationship.’
‘Peter Mayhew has been exceptional.’
'Peter Mayhew is incredibly knowledgeable about the space and makes it easy to complete transactions in a quick, transparent and informed way.'
Key clients
- Foresight Group LLP
- Blackfinch Investments Limited
- Mercia Fund Management Limited / Mercia Regional Ventures Limited
- Yorkshire AI Labs LLP
Work highlights
Advised Blackfinch Investments on several EIS/VCT development capital investments.
Provided ongoing support to Foresight Group LLP with various EIS/VCT/IHT portfolio companies.
Advised Mercia Ventures on new and follow-on investments from their Midlands Engine Investment Fund funds.
Practice head
Kavita Patel
Other key lawyers
Sean Scott; Duncan James; Roger Harcourt; Peter Mayhew; Jody Webb