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Corporate M&A lawyer helping clients navigate and close complex deals

I’m a Principal Associate in Shoosmiths’ corporate team, advising on mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, venture capital and corporate restructurings. I act for corporates, institutional investors, management teams and owner-managed businesses across sectors including technology, healthcare, corporate real estate, education, transport and infrastructure.

I am known for my pragmatic, measured advice and ability to guide clients through complex transactions.

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
I found Matt to be totally professional, personable, measured, thoughtful and thoroughly engaged as an extension to our team.
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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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