We advise bidders, targets, directors, shareholders, investment banks and other market participants on the acquisition of interests in and/or control of public companies.
Public company takeovers uniquely require the application of a detailed understanding of a range of domestic and international laws and regulations to shape and define the strategies and tactics which will deliver successful outcomes to our clients in fast moving and often high profile situations.
Our experience in the key markets in which we operate is outstanding. We have advised on many of the most significant and ground-breaking deals and our teams are acknowledged leaders in their fields.
In times of increased shareholder, public and press scrutiny, we stand firmly with our clients to deliver measured, impartial advice and strategic direction.
Recent Experience
Capital & Counties Properties
Advising on its recommended all-share merger with Shaftesbury Plc resulting in a combined portfolio worth £5 billion
Davidson Kempner
Advising on Veolia’s proposed takeover of Suez for the value of €11 billion
Crown Resorts
Advising on its proposed A$9.3 billion takeover by Blackstone
Stagecoach Group
Advising on competing takeover offers – a recommended £2 billion all share combination of NEX and Stagecoach, and an all cash offer by Pan-European Infrastructure III (after which the recommendation of the NEX Offer was withdrawn)
Coca-Cola Amatil
Advising on its acquisition by Coca-Cola European Partners, giving Amatil an enterprise value of approximately A$11.1 billion
Tryg
Advising on its £7.2 billion joint bid with Intact Financial Corporation for RSA Insurance Group
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