Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP's corporate, M&A, and private equity group is recognised for its expertise in technology transactions, although it is also capable of advising clients from a wide range of sectors including financial services, video games, and aerospace, among others. The team regularly handles high-profile M&A, investments, and share sales and purchases, as well as disposals and financings at both domestic and cross-border levels. Heading up the department is cross-border specialist Shawn Atkinson who concentrates on technology M&A, exits, and late-stage venture transactions, alongside early-stage private equity deals, reorganisations, and disposals. He is supported by Katie Cotton who is adept at assisting investors and technology companies on multijurisdictional M&A and venture capital investments.