Burges Salmon LLP remains active on high-profile national and cross-border M&A, with particular strength in private equity and sector-focused deals. The team is regularly instructed by key players across the energy, technology, life sciences, and food and drink sectors, often combining skilled transactional expertise with a strong understanding of the regulatory landscape. Team head Danny Lee is a highly experienced practitioner who serves as a trusted adviser to a wide range of domestic and multinational clients. Malcolm Donald‘s focus is primarily concentrated in the energy sector, while AJ Venter provides extensive capabilities in the financial services space. Katie Carter is a significant driver behind the firm’s life sciences offering, and Niall Mackle supports on M&A and joint ventures.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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‘Very attentive team, work well as a coordinated unit and get the job done.’
‘Knowledgeable, adaptable, responsive, willing to provide a commercial viewpoint as well as legal expertise.’
‘Niall Mackle deserves special mention. He's a stand out individual.’
‘Very good. Proactive and response.'
'They are great people, responsive and calm under pressure. They are thorough and rigorous.'
'Danny Lee and Niall Mackle are superb as a duo. They think broadly, show great attention to detail and are available when we need them.'
Key clients
- ESB
- EDF
- Rock Road
- Hartree
- FirstSource Solutions UK Limited
- Pandox
- Clean Energy Cap Ltd
- AMPYR Solar Europe
- London and Regional Properties
- ExoAnalytic Solutions Inc.
- Engie/Storengy
- Flexergy
Work highlights
Advised UPM Raflatac on its £146m acquisition of the Metamark Group from Primary Capital and the management team.
Advised ESB on its strategic partnership with EDF Renewables UK and Reventus Power to develop the Gwynt Glas Floating Offshore Wind Farm in the Celtic Sea.
Acted for FirstGroup on its acquisition of JR Davies & Son Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries including the Shropshire and Cheshire-based coach company, Lakeside Coaches, Merediths Coaches and A. T. Brown Coaches.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Danny Lee
Other key lawyers
Malcolm Donald; AJ Venter; Katie Carter; Niall Mackle