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Ylan Steiner

Ylan Steiner

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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP

England - London • Corporate and commercial

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Venture capital

Counting domestic and international companies from across the AI, fintech, and automotive industries among its key clients, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP showcases vast cross-border capabilities when advising on Series B and C fundraisings. The team has extensive experience acting for private equity funds and major investors in all stages of Series financings, with a specific focus on complex investment transactions. The practice is spearheaded by Chris Grew, an expert in advising high-growth tech companies and investment banks, while Ylan Steiner is highly regarded for his work in secondary disposals and exits. The ‘extraordinary’ Shawn Atkinson specialises in M&A transactions and venture financings, while Jamie Moore consistently represents start-ups and unicorns. Peter Sugden concentrates on corporate governance matters, while both Stephen Tallon and Jason Wu are each noted as key practitioners. The firm also displays in-depth knowledge in the energy, infrastructure, and finance markets, while fielding London-based US-qualified attorneys.
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Phone
+44 20 7862 4606
Email
[email protected]
Profile
orrick.com
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Work Department
Technology Companies Group
M&A and Private Equity
Position

Partner

Career

Ylan is a highly regarded strategic advisor, acting across private equity investing and specialising in venture and growth capital transactions for both companies and investors, including a full range of related exits.

Ylan is recognised as a leading practitioner in both Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 UK.

Following an earlier career as a computer software programmer, Ylan has a passion for technology and innovation across numerous sectors.

Ylan’s notable company-side representations include Currencycloud, EVRYTHNG, Griffin Financial, MFS Africa, nPlan, Railsbank, Signal AI and Taster. One CEO client described Ylan as the “most incredible lawyer… [who I have worked with] for years. He's that good and his deal team is good too.”

In addition to his company-side representations, Ylan acts for leading venture capital and private equity firms and other strategic investors, including Vitruvian Partners, Warburg Pincus, Kennet Capital Partners, Kinnevik, Marlin Equity Partners, Seedcamp, and Oxx.

Ylan has been consistently recognised as a leading venture capital advisor in both Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. Ylan was described by one client in Legal 500 UK 2022 as “an exceptionally knowledgeable counsel – he helped guide me through a number of challenges around our fundraise with ease, speed and clarity.”

A recent career highlight for Ylan was being invited by HM Treasury to advise on the UK Government’s Future Fund in response to calls from the technology industry to support VC backed start-ups throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Languages
English
Memberships
Practitioners Advisory Board for the Masters in Corporate Law at the University of Cambridge
Education

University of Cape Town, B.Bus.Sc., Finance, with Honours
London Metropolitan University, CPE, LPC

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Great knowledge of the venture capital industry and market terms. Pragmatic approach.'

    'Exceptional in terms of knowledge, expertise, support and attentiveness. We are an early stage startup but have been receiving top level support as if we are giant.'

    'Excellent depth of experience.'

    ‘Shawn Atkinson is an extraordinary lawyer. He delivers a great work product and is always available. He is extremely reliable.’

    'Ylan Steiner is hands on and has a pragmatic approach in deal negotiations.' 'Jamie Moore is extraordinary in all respects and became an indispensable partner to our business.'