Pinsent Masons LLP
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Backed by a strong bench of experienced individuals with a ‘first-class reputation’, Pinsent Masons LLP advises on complex and high-profile transactions in the Scottish market, combining deep sectoral expertise – particularly in the energy, financial services, and tech spaces – with a growing international reach. Practice head Barry McCaig is well-regarded for his ’excellent standing in corporate legal circles‘ and acts for a variety of financial sponsors and management teams on PE deals. Rosalie Chadwick is noted for her strength in energy-related transactions, particularly oil and gas, while the ’exceptional’ Alan Diamond is praised for his 'practical, commercial advice'. Brian Thumath provides further energy-focused M&A expertise, and Graeme Stapleton is often instructed on venture capital and high-growth deals. Heather Hutcheon and Jennifer White also come recommended. Walter Clark joined from Burness Paull LLP in September 2024, while Kevin Devanny retired in October 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Alan Diamond is exceptional at providing commercial and legal advice relevant to our business.’
- ‘Strong partner led service.’
Key clients
- iomart Group plc
- Ithaca Energy plc
Work highlights
Advised Ithaca Energy plc on its £754m acquisition of substantially all of Eni S.p.A.’s UK upstream oil and gas assets, in exchange for the issue of ordinary shares in Ithaca Energy to a subsidiary of Eni, Eni UK Limited.