Leveraging its deep bench of seasoned advisers, Addleshaw Goddard delivers M&A, private equity, and capital markets expertise across sectors including the life sciences, energy, and technology spaces. The team combines its on-the-ground expertise with the firm’s substantial international network to execute high‑value, complex transactions for multinationals, PE sponsors, and public bodies. David Anderson leads the team and is highly regarded for his skill in tech and fintech deals. Murray Jack is active on cross-border PE transactions and is noted for his work in the life sciences space, while Anna Brown combines extensive M&A experience with strong capital markets expertise. Derek McCombe has recently been active on major company disposals, and David Kirchin continues to lead the firm’s corporate offering globally. Andrew Ley, Laura Falls, Kevin Beattie and Sarah Dick also come recommended.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at Addleshaw Goddard are fantastic legal advisers with very strong commercial acumen and deep understanding of our industry sector.'
'They actively look to build positive relationships with all parties involved in deals which helps facilitate the highly efficient delivery of transactions.’
Key clients
- FNZ
- Castle Water
Work highlights
Advising AAB, backed by August Equity, on its strategic growth through three acquisitions - two wealth businesses in Scotland and an accountancy firm that provides AAB with a gateway into the north‑west of England.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
David Anderson
Anna Brown
Murray Jack
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Derek McCombe
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kevin Beattie
Practice head
David Anderson
Other key lawyers
Murray Jack; Anna Brown; Derek McCombe; David Kirchin; Andrew Ley; Laura Falls; Kevin Beattie; Sarah Dick