DWF

Praised for providing ‘strategic guidance’ and ’collaborative approach’, DWF‘s corporate and commercial practice acts for a wide range of local and national clients, with standout capabilities in the tech, telecoms, financial services, consumer, and industrial sectors. The team is particularly adept at advising on mid-market M&A, equity capital markets, and joint ventures, while maintaining a strong track record across the full spectrum of corporate transactions. Frank Shephard, global head of corporate, is a standout figure in the capital markets, private equity, and M&A spaces, while Manchester office lead Alasdair Outhwaite is noted for his private equity expertise; Sarah Briscall also plays a key role, advising on commercial contracts and cross-sector projects. Both Jonathan Robinson and Vicky Thomas are noted for their expertise on the full gamut of corporate and commercial matters.