With an esteemed presence across tech, retail, energy and mobility industries, Shoosmiths LLP operates for a plethora of clients that encompasses large corporates, public companies, private equity houses and venture capital firms. On the corporate side, Sanjeev Sharma leads the team with his wide-ranging experience that includes multi-jurisdictional mandates, while Thames Valley office leader Nina Smith frequently handles matters pertaining to sell side mandates, buy and build acquisitions and a variety of investments. On the commercial side, Nick Holland heads up the group, with his particular capabilities in global outsourcing transactions. Transactional practitioner Fiona Teague is routinely entrusted by a stable of blue chip multinational clients for advice on commercial issues such as outsourcing transactions. Ami Bhatt is also recommended.
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‘Reliability and completeness of advise is key with Shoosmiths. They understand the requirements and meet it efficiently.’
- 'Their prompt and no-frills approach is refreshing.’
Key clients
- Pareto Facilities Management Limited
- Reliance Brands
- Lionfish Litigation Finance Limited
- NVM Private Equity
- Ramudden Global UK Limited (Chevron Traffic Management)
- LDC (Managers) Limited
- Kapow Primary Limited
- Treun Capital Limited
- TPA Capital LLP
- Bergman & Beving
Work highlights
- Advised LDC (Managers) Limited on the acquisition of the parent company of Thames Valley Headquartered, Message Direct Limited.
- Acted for NVM Private Equity and the other shareholders of Thames Valley based Pareto, on the sale to Swiss based Pictet Investments.
- Advised Reliance Brands on its joint venture with Superdry in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Sanjeev Sharma; Nick Holland
Other key lawyers
Nina Smith; Fiona Teague; Ami Bhatt; Daniela Munro