
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The technology team at DLA Piper was very helpful. Linzi Penman ws very good at guiding our executive team on the transaction. The depth and breadth of the team was evident.'
'The team is not just up to date on changes in the rapidly evolving legal and regulatory landscape in this space - they stay ahead of them.'
'Linzi Penman stands out for her positive attitude, depth of knowledge, and client focus. She brings subject matter expertise together with an understanding of our business and priorities.'
'Working with this practice has been a positive experience. It genuinely felt like the whole practice was working together on our behalf. Their ability to translate legal jargon into plain English is a game-changer.'
'John McKinlay has been our main point of contact and is an absolute standout. His ability to distill complex contracts into language we can understand—and act on—is invaluable. He combines expertise with warmth and clarity, which has made us feel confident at every stage of the process. What makes John so helpful is his approachability, responsiveness, and willingness to listen and adapt to our needs. He always makes time for us.'
Key clients
- Merlin Entertainments
- Seatfrog
- Copperleaf
- Wood Mackenzie
- William Grant
Lawyers
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Practice head
John McKinlay
Other key lawyers
Linzi Penman; Jamie O’Neill; Laura Maclennan