DLA Piper

Praised for being ‘commercially astute and very knowledgeable’, DLA Piper is known for its cross-border capability and strength on both issuer and underwriter mandates, particularly on AIM. The team handles IPOs, secondary offerings, redomiciliations and take-privates, often advising dual-listed and foreign companies. Its ability to tap into the firm’s global network makes it a strong choice for complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. Both Robert Newman and Martin Penn head up the team; Newman is public company specialist, acting for issuers and banks on IPOs, secondary offerings, public M&A, step-ups and general equity-related transactions, while Penn is noted for his expertise in the technology and life sciences sectors. The 'pragmatic and approachable' Karin Kirschner brings extensive experience advising both bidders and targets on public takeovers and mergers under the UK Takeover Code.