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Partner with deep experience in private equity transactions

I’m a partner in Shoosmiths’ corporate team, specialising in private equity transactions and portfolio company matters. I advise sponsors and management teams on buyouts, growth equity, exits and refinancings and regularly co-counsel side by side with other law firms on international deals in the US and across Europe. Recent transaction highlights include advising Five Arrows and DBAG on their acquisition of a majority stake in Totalmobile (subject to regulatory approvals), CGE Partners and Five Arrows on their joint investment in Intact, Five Arrows and TA Associates on their majority investment into Agilio Software, and Five Arrows in the United States on its majority investment in Springbrook, KEV Group and NetVendor.

Before joining Shoosmiths, I held General Counsel roles at two private equity-backed businesses, leading legal strategy across M&A, integration and exits. I also worked alongside Shoosmiths as part of the legal team at Rothschild & Co’s Five Arrows Principal Investments, advising on cross-border investments into N2Y, Mintec, Agribriefing and Kpler.

I’m recognised by Legal 500 for my expertise in PE-backed deals and known for my strategic insight and ability to guide clients through complex transactions with clarity and confidence.

Expertise
Legal excellence in action
370
Deals advised on in 2024.
£10.4bn
Worth of transactions in 2024.
1845
180 years of legal excellence.
Recognition & awards
Elizabeth Ward has a wealth of experience and is one of the smartest people when it comes to PE backed deals. She knows her stuff and there is no one you would rather have support you as a client.
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Navigating the complexities of corporate transactions
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We lead clients through successful Corporate transactions at every stage of their business life cycle.
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