Showcasing extensive expertise in handling strategic investments and follow-on financing rounds, the ‘accessible, knowledgeable’ outfit at Dentons advises clients on all aspects of fund formation, IP, and contractual matters. Leveraging its strong cross-border capabilities- mainly with Europe and North America- the firm’s lawyers are highly knowledgeable in the energy, blockchain, and banking sectors. The head Joseph Altendorff is described as a ’safe pair of hands’, acting for both investors and investees, while Joseph Collingwood is well-versed in all aspects of the fundraising life cycle. James Davison concentrates on investment structures and Edinburgh’s Adam Knowles is also cited as key. Danni Hofmeyr stands out for her funding round work, Katie Henson has vast insight in corporate finance issues, and Alex Macdonald is noted as an integral team member.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Accessible, knowledgeable and a deep network across many of the jurisdictions we invest into.’
- 'The firm's global reach and broad range of expertise marks Dentons out as an ideal firm to support us on multi-jurisdictional transactions.'
- ‘Joseph Altendorf is a safe pair of hands to rely on in any situation.'
- 'Joseph Collingwood bolsters the roster of partners we can rely on to get deals done with the least amount of fuss.’
Key clients
- Octopus Ventures
- Algbra Group Limited
- John Lewis Partnership plc
- Outward VC and Cornerstone VC
- Naked Energy
- PT1
- Patria Private Equity (Europe)
- Viewture Limited
- Aegis Energy
- Just Global
- Blockstream Capital Partners
Work highlights
Advised Octopus Ventures on its investment into LabGenius' £35m Series B round and its lead investment into Semble's £12m Series B round.
Advised Aegis Energy on a £100m Series B investment from Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners.
Advised British solar heat and power scale-up, Naked Energy, in securing £17m of new equity as part of a Series B first close.
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.
Joseph Collingwood
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Danni Hofmeyr
Practice head
Joseph Altendorff
Other key lawyers
Joseph Collingwood; James Davison; Adam Knowles; Danni Hofmeyr; Katie Henson; Murray Newell; Alex Macdonald