Charles Russell Speechlys LLP demonstrates a vast range of industry sector specialisms, serving as a key contact on acquisitions, disposals, and fundraisings within the aviation, energy, and technology sectors. Within such deals, the firm is notable for its international and cross-border capabilities. Practice head Richard Norton acts for public and private companies on significant deals within the space, while Adrian Mayer specialises in corporate finance and M&A, in addition to assisting private equity funds regarding investment into Africa. Jonathan Morley focuses on the private equity segment, with particular sector expertise in technology. Matthew Hobbs is a further private equity expert.
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Key clients
- Battery Ventures
- Link Mobility Group Holding ASA
- Lioncourt Homes Limited
- Pegasus Planning Group Limited
- Pennant International Group Plc
- Gulf Air
- Robert Hitchins Group Limited
- Microba Life Sciences Limited (ASX: MAP)
- PAT Holding Limited
- A Tsokkos Public Limited
Work highlights
Advising US PE firm Battery Ventures and its German platform IFP Labs on the acquisition of PiQ Laboratories.
Advising LINK Mobility Group on its acquisition of Reach-Data.
Advising AgDevCo on its investment into Agris Africa.
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.
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
Richard Norton
Other key lawyers
Adrian Mayer; Jonathan Morley; Matthew Hobbs