Ropes & Gray

A firm with ‘great capabilities’ and the ability to be ’hyperlocal in their knowledge of European transactions’, Ropes & Gray LLP handles sponsor-side M&A, carve-outs, demergers and sell-side transactions for a wide pool of clients, with a notable focus on the healthcare and education sectors. Angela Becker brings extensive transactional capabilities to the fore on a host of cross-border acquisitions and disposals, while the ‘outstanding’ Helen Croke is praised for having a ’brilliant legal mind’ and for being ‘truly client-oriented’. Shona Ha and Victoria McGrath provide transactional and corporate law advice to a host of asset managers, financial sponsors and corporates, while John Newton is noted for his M&A and venture capital work in the healthcare, life sciences and TMT spaces. Dan Oates handles leveraged buyouts, public-to-privates and disposals across a swathe of sectors; IT and software are key focus areas in recent months. Elizabeth Todd is also recommended for both UK and cross-border transactions. Paul Armstrong joined the team from Permira in January 2024, bringing further M&A and IPO expertise to the practice.