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Venture capital adviser driving sustainable investments

I’m a partner in Shoosmiths’ corporate team, specialising in venture capital, growth capital and sustainable infrastructure. I advise institutions, founders and companies on funding rounds, M&A and capital raisings. Recent deals include investments into EV charging, fibre networks and biotech platforms, with clients including Equitix, Gresham House and Foresight Group.

I joined Shoosmiths with deep experience in VC transactions and now lead our spHERe initiative—supporting female founders and investors through meaningful networking and sector insight. My work spans Series A to exit, with a focus on ESG-led growth and next-generation infrastructure.

I’m recognised in Legal 500 and regularly advise on governance, shareholder arrangements and strategic fundraising. I am a sector lead for the firm’s Energy & Infrastructure Sector.

Expertise
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370
Deals advised on in 2024.
£10.4bn
Worth of transactions in 2024.
1845
180 years of legal excellence.
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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