The ‘very strong practice’ at Travers Smith LLP stands out for the depth and strength of its client relationships with UK investment banks, whom it advises as sponsors and underwriters on both IPOs and secondary fundraisings, and it also regularly advises a solid roster of AIM clients in a range of sectors on equity issues. Integrated US securities expertise further allows the team to handle private placements in the US and advise its clients on the US regulatory aspects of international transactions. Corporate expert Spencer Summerfield co-heads the team with Adrian West, who is well-regarded for his ability to advise on Main Market and AIM IPOs. Public M&A and ECM expert Tom Coulter is also a key contact. Richard Spedding left the firm in May 2024, and former practice co-head Andrew Gillen became the firm’s senior partner in November 2023.
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‘Very strong practice across a number of sectors and products.’
‘Adrian West is a great operator, unflustered and very commercial.’
‘Exceptionally knowledgeable and able to give quick, effective support and guidance. A trusted partner to the business guiding on strategic matters.'
'Adrian West is a standout in terms of his knowledge and applicability - we are lucky to have him in our corner.’
Points forts
Advised Volex plc on a £60 million cashbox placing, REX retail offer, and amended debt financing in connection with the proposed €178.1 million acquisition of Murat Ticaret Kablo Sanayi A.Ş., a Turkey-headquartered leading manufacturer of complex wire harnesses.
Advised on a placing and open offer for long-standing client TruFin to fund the development of the Mortal Shell gaming franchise.
Avocats
Responsable de la pratique
Spencer Summerfield; Adrian West
Autres avocats clés
Tom Coulter; Andrew Gillen