Highlighted for its ‘unwaveringly positive and pragmatic attitude’, the corporate and commercial team at Fieldfisher delivers a full spectrum of services to technology-sector clients, with standout expertise in advising AIM-listed businesses and venture capital-backed companies. At the helm sits David Bowcock, who handles a steady stream of M&A deals, regularly working with clients in tech and healthcare. Tom Ward spearheads the firm’s venture capital work, acting for investors, founders, and businesses from the UK and abroad in complex corporate deals, while Adam Jones is a key figure within the practice.
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Testimonials
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‘Tom Ward is amazing - very responsive, great advice - completely trust him!’
‘Since 2019, we’ve had the privilege of working closely with the team at Fieldfisher, a vital business partner we consider integral to our success. They seamlessly operate as an extension of our team, consistently adapting their expertise, support, and resourcing model to meet the evolving demands of our dynamic business landscape.'
'Fieldfisher tackles everything with an unwaveringly positive and pragmatic attitude. Their reliability and dedication to delivering exceptional results make us proud of how they represent us and our values.’
‘Tom Ward deserves special recognition.'
- 'We've worked with Tom since 2019, and his leadership and expertise in corporate matters have been invaluable to us.'
- 'We are deeply grateful for the exceptional contributions of Tom Ward, he truly embodies the spirit of excellence.’
Key clients
- Marlowe plc
- Restore plc
- Gusbourne plc
- Together Group Holdings Limited
- Borromin Private Equity
- Made Tech Group plc
- Allegion plc
- Trane Technologies plc
- Velocity Composites plc
- Fuel Ventures Limited
- Tortoise Media Ltd / The Observer
- Creator Fund
Work highlights
Advised AIM listed Marlowe plc on its £430 million disposal of its Governance, Risk and Compliance division to Inflexion Private Equity.
Advised Tortoise Media on its £25m equity financing and simultaneous acquisition of the business and assets of the World's oldest Sunday newspaper 'The Observer' from Guardian Media Group.
Advised Charis Four Limited on its £52 million (confidential) acquisition of Bulletproof Cyber Holdings Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Adam Jones
Practice head
David Bowcock
Other key lawyers
Tom Ward, Adam Jones