A regional powerhouse for private equity, equity capital markets and M&A transactions, Squire Patton Boggs‘ ’entrepreneurial team’ has extensive experience in sectors encompassing healthcare, food and drink, and fintech. Corporate head Hannah Kendrick is active across work including public takeovers and innovative funding rounds. Paul Mann is well-placed to guide private equity houses through the intricacies of investments and acquisitions. Paul Jinks,who oversees the Leeds commercial and IP team, has a proven track record of handling major technology projects. Hannah Crosland is singled out for her expertise in fundraising and corporate governance, while Louise Parker further extends the transactional expertise at the firm.
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‘They provide advice, not just facts and are not afraid to challenge if they are worried that your proposed approach is not the best one. The corporate team liaise really well with the experts in other areas and are able to get them quickly onto calls if required.’
‘Paul Mann is always available, and provides excellent, well-thought-out advice.’
‘Strong client focus, good understanding of business needs and deadlines. Responsive and excellent at meeting timelines, good commercial and pragmatic advice. Team management and engagement excellent. ’
‘Jonathan Ross is vastly knowledgeable, pragmatic and commercial. He's not afraid to give an opinion and is adept at thinking of novel solutions.'
- 'Harry Hobson is a superstar in the making. He is diligent, methodical and proactive. He takes responsibility and knows what and when to raise issue. Harry is a fabulous person to have on your team.'
‘Entrepreneurial team with strength in depth at every grade.’
‘A wide-ranging practice sector-wise and geographically. This means they always have someone who can resolve your issue.’
‘The team has excellent knowledge and understanding of our business structure and operations which places them in a great position to provide accurate and relevant legal advice in a timely manner.'
Key clients
- BGF Investments LP and BGF UK Enterprise Fund 2 LP
- Adler & Allan Limited
- Hippo Digital Limited
- Ipsum Group
- Sweco UK Limited
- Campus Living Villages
- The shareholders of IP Integration Holdings Limited
- Investec Wealth and Investment Limited
- The Progeny Group Limited
- Kooth plc
- Pharmacy2U Limited
- Operam Education Limited
- David Armitt, Stewart Macintosh, Kate Norma, Pekka Leskinen, Jonas Heinonen and Allen Jessen
- Cooperatief H2 Equity Partners Fund IV Holding W.A
- H2 Equity Partners
- Xeros Technology Group Limited
- MoodMedia LLC
- Hami and Amita Patel
- Sopheon plc
Work highlights
- Advised Sopheon PLC on its recommended £115m takeover by scheme of arrangement by Wellspring Worldwide Inc., (a portfolio company of private equity firm Resurgens Technology Partners).
- Advised the shareholders of Ipsum Group on the sale to IK Partners and the management on their reinvestment in the Ipsum Group alongside IK Partners.
- Advised Cooperatief H2 Equity Partners Fund IV Holding W.A on the sale of the entire issued share capital of GBUK Group Limited to Enhancing Patient Care Limited, and further advised the existing GBUK management on their rollover into the Buyer's group.
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 associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Louise Parker
Squire Patton BoggsNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Hannah Crosland
Squire Patton BoggsPaul Jinks
Squire Patton BoggsPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Hannah Kendrick, Paul Jinks