Charles Russell Speechlys LLP excels in navigating high-value corporate and commercial matters with a focus on cross-border transactions, particularly those involving the Middle East and Africa. The team handles M&A deals as well as large-scale investments and is a popular point of contact for clients active in the aviation and renewable energy sectors. Practice head Richard Norton is well-versed across the spectrum of corporate and commercial work, including restructuring and transactional work. Private equity matters are a key area of focus for Edward Robinson, who acts on behalf of a number of aviation clients.
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Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘Richard Norton and Edward Robinson make a formidable team - they are responsive, innovative and deeply commercial whilst also able to think laterally. Few lawyers show such ability to deliver and problem-solve as they do.’

  • ‘Richard Norton is in a league of his own, with a versatility born of deep intelligence, great experience and a commercial mindset. He grasps complex issues quickly and delivers results equally quickly. Edward Robinson is taking after him.’

  • ‘Good commercial understanding and the ability to cut through the noise of a deal and focus on the few issues that really matter.’

  • ‘Richard Norton is in a class of his own. I have worked with him on two company sales and one purchase and I would not use anyone else. The perfect balance between legal expertise and commercial acumen.’

  • ‘Charles Russel Speechleys were recommended to me for personal legal help and a massive support in selling my business. Nothing was too much trouble, and they were professional in every aspect. ’

  • ‘The one name that stands out in every aspect is Richard Norton! Without him I would not be in the exceptional position I am now. He has been truly amazing! I am privileged to know him and cannot praise him enough. A true jewel in the professional world!’

  • ‘The team has advised on the successful sale of a number of companies with whom I have been associated over this time. Their expertise, speedy responses and knowledge of the sectors in which we operate has been invaluable.’

  • ‘Outstanding and practical on all levels, Richard Norton is able to advise on a range of matters, all of which have been worked through excellently either by him or his team.’

Clients clés

  • PAT Holding Limited
  • Pennant International Group Plc
  • A Tsokkos Public Limited
  • Gulf Air
  • Actis LLP
  • Argo Group
  • Bank of Cyprus
  • Battery Ventures
  • Robert Hitchins Group Limited
  • Microba Life Sciences Limited

Points forts

Advised on cross-jurisdictional business investments.
Advised shareholders on the sale of a company.

Avocats

Responsable de la pratique

Richard Norton

Autres avocats clés

Adrian Mayer; Jonathan Morley; Edward Robinson; Matthew Hobbs