Headed up by Nicholas Stretch, Stephenson Harwood's client roster primarily consists of asset management companies, private equity houses, and private companies. Stretch boasts expertise in advising on employee share plan and executive remuneration issues. Desiree De Lima frequently advises on incentives issues, as well as handling transactional work, while Grace England assists with employee share plan and equity arrangement matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Stephenson Harwood's approach is both pragmatic and commercial.'
'They have wealth of knowledge and experience and consistently provide value added commentary to the work undertaken. These are contextualised in a clear, concise, and understandable way.’
‘Nicholas Stretch always makes himself available. Whilst it is evident he is extremely knowledgeable, he is able to share information at a level appropriate for the audience.’
'Nicholas Stretch is a very able lawyer with considerable experience consistently providing technically excellent and pragmatic advice. He is extremely responsive and you feel confident that he is working hard for his clients. Nicholas is ably supported by Desiree De Lima who has a calm, approachable manner, a good eye for detail and consistently provides clear advice.'
'The team are quick to respond and are great to collaborate with.'
'The Employee Share Scheme Team stands out for the exceptional calibre of both its senior and junior lawyers.'
Key clients
- Liberum Capital
- AHJ Holdings
- Special Opportunities REIT
- Spitfire Audio
- Aptamer Group
- Whitley Asset Management
- Lilley Plummer Risks
- bd - capital
- White Cube
Work highlights
Advised employee-owned Liberum Capital on the employee share plan aspects of its merger with Panmure Gordon.
Advised leading insurance broker, AHJ Holdings, on the employee share plan aspects of its proposed acquisition by Miller Insurance.
Advised Special Opportunities REIT on the employee share plan and other aspects of a long-term incentive plan.
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Practice head
Nicholas Stretch
Other key lawyers
Desiree De Lima; Grace England