Private equity transactions present unique opportunities and challenges for management teams. Whether leading a business through investment, growth, or exit, management teams need clear, strategic guidance to protect their interests and achieve the best possible outcome.
We offer support in navigating complex negotiations, understanding their rights and obligations, and aligning their goals with those of private equity investors. The stakes are high, and the right advice can make all the difference in securing favourable terms and a smooth transaction process.
We support management teams across the full spectrum of private equity deals—from mid-market and lower mid-market transactions to some of the largest, most high-profile investments. Our lawyers combine deep sector knowledge with commercial insight, helping clients anticipate risks, negotiate confidently, and achieve their objectives. We work closely with other specialist teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end legal insight, ensuring every aspect of the deal is covered.
Clients choose us for our proven track record, collaborative approach, and ability to provide a clear path forward in a fast-moving, competitive environment. With our support, management teams can focus on driving their business forward, knowing their interests are protected at every stage.
Our Services
Advising founders and management teams on private equity transactions.
We advise founders and management teams on buyouts, exit processes and other private equity-related transactions.
- The Ardonagh Group
Advised the management team of the personal lines broking business of The Ardonagh Group (Atlanta) on its merger with Markerstudy Group to create a major new player in the UK insurance industry. - Lebara
Advised the management team of leading Mobile Virtual Network Operator, Lebara, in connection with its acquisition by Waterland Private Equity. - Nalanda Global
Advised the management team of Nalanda Global, which was backed by PSG Equity, on its sale to GTCR's portfolio company Once for All. - EMAS Pharma
Advised the management team of EMAS Pharma on Kester Capital's acquisition of EMAS Pharma, a leading clinical research organisation. - Nomentia
Advised Nomentia's management team in connection with its sale to Inflexion.
Advising founders and executive managers on their exits from private equity-backed businesses.
We advise founders and executive managers in connection with their departure from private equity-backed businesses including settlement agreements and equity arrangements.
Awards and Recognition
Our People
Malcolm MacDougall
Partner
London
Chris Manning
Partner
London
Lucy Thorpe
Partner
London
Jonathan Pittal
Partner
London
Adam Crossley
Partner
London
Richard Coleman
Partner
London
Clotilde Billat
Partner - Avocat au Barreau de Paris
Paris
Guillaume Briant
Partner - Head of Corporate, Avocat au Barreau de Paris
Paris
Sandeep Dhama
Partner
Dubai
Jay Tai
Partner
Singapore