The ‘experienced and proactive team’ at Shoosmiths LLP gears its practice towards private equity transactions including investments and the establishment of joint ventures; M&A – including cross-border transactions; and corporate simplification mandates such as capital reduction demergers and restructurings. Practice head James Foster’s transactional expertise is relied upon by international corporates to private equity and venture capital investors. Simon Procter is a key force behind the unit’s strength in cross-border work. Rebecca Holden counts pre-pack acquisitions and corporate reorganisations among her practice strengths. Natalie Redfern is a further name to note.
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‘Experienced and proactive team.’
‘Proactiveness and willingness to provide a strong viewpoint on the best option, rather than only laying out all the options.’
‘Very professional and client-friendly.’
‘Anna Robson is a very experienced and proactive banking lawyer. She doesn't waste time on things that are not important but rather hones in on the key points for her client. She works in a very efficient manner with her excellent team.'
'Simon Procter steered us through a complicated group reorganisation. It quickly became apparent that Simon is hugely experienced with a sharp mind that quickly found solutions to the various challenges that were thrown up. He gets on with the project and only troubles you with key points or issues that he wants you to fully understand. Simon would be our first port of call for any future corporate work.’
Key clients
- Azets Holdings Limited (backed by HG Capital and PAI Partners)
- Business Growth Fund (“BGF”) (and various portfolio companies)
- Capfun Group
- Capiton AG (and various portfolio companies)
- Element Solutions, Inc
- Ellis Recruitment Group
- Interactive Investor Services Limited
- Laver Regeneration Holdings Limited
- Lloyds Development Capital
- Moorfield Private Equity Group
Lawyers
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
James Foster
Other key lawyers
Simon Procter; Rebecca Holden; Anna Robson; Natalie Redfern